Did you know?
- Trypanosomiasis also known as “sleeping sickness” is caused by parasites of genus Trypanosoma
- They are transmitted to humans by infected tsetse flies.
- 663 cases were reported in the year 2020. (WHO)
- There is no vaccine or drug for prophylaxis against African trypanosomiasis. (CDC)
- Diagnosis and treatment of the disease is complex and requires specifically skilled staff.
