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Short Communication • Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop. 55 • 2022 • https://doi.org/10.1590/0037-8682-0171-2021   copy

The CUIDA Chagas Project: towards the elimination of congenital transmission of Chagas disease in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, and Paraguay

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ABSTRACT

Background:

Mother-to-child transmission of Chagas disease (CD) has become a relevant problem in both endemic and non-endemic areas.

Methods:

Description of the CUIDA Chagas Project - Communities United for Innovation, Development and Attention for Chagas disease’.

Results:

Through innovative and strategic research, this project will provide improved diagnostic and treatment options as well as replicable implementation models that are adaptable to different contexts.

Conclusions:

By integrating test, treat and care actions for CD into primary health care practices, the burden of CD on people and health systems may be significantly reduced.

Keywords:
Trypanosoma cruzi; Chagas disease; Congenital infection; Mother to child transmission; Primary health care; Vulnerable populations

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