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Researchers argue that Chagas disease, also known as "kissing bug" disease, has reached endemic status in the United States.

The disease is caused by a parasite spread by triatomine bugs, commonly called "kissing bugs."

While often asymptomatic at first, untreated Chagas disease can lead to severe, life-threatening heart and digestive problems years later.

Researchers say Chagas disease, also known as "kissing bug" disease, has reached endemic status in the United States.

But what are the symptoms and causes of Chagas disease, and are kissing bugs found in New Jersey?

Here's everything you need to know.

What is 'kissing bug' disease

Chagas disease is caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, usually found in rural areas of Mexico, Central and South America, a

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