Kissing bugs got their name because they bite sleeping victims in their faces. Chagas disease was first discovered in 1909 by Carlos Chagas, a Brazilian doctor.

This video from PBS Deep Look gives a gross glimpse of the deadly kissing bug as it gorges on blood from prey and does other disgusting things. The post This Deadly ‘Kissing Bug’ Grossly ...

Kissing bugs, or triatomine bugs, are the primary vector for Chagas disease, a major public health concern in Central and South America and even the southern United States. However, there aren’t many ...

Kissing bugs, or triatomine bugs, are the primary vector for Chagas disease, a major public health concern in Central and South America and even the southern United States. However, there aren’t many ...

Kissing bugs can spread Chagas disease, and you might not even know you were bitten. Here's what kissing bugs look like and how to get rid of them.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates more than 300,000 people in the US have Chagas disease that is spread by a so-called 'kissing bug' can cause severe heart disease, but only ...

Health officials have confirmed the "kissing bug" in Delaware, according to a recent report by the U.S. Centre for Disease Control (CDC). It's the first time it has been documented in the state.

The CDC recommends consulting a licensed pest control operating for those considering insecticides to fight the bugs. Roach hotels and "bait" formulations don't work against the bugs, the CDC says.

Manitoba 'Kissing bug' poses risk to people from Central, South America, doctor says Case study looks at Winnipeg family in which mother passed disease to her 3 children ...

The "kissing bug," which has recently made headlines out of Texas and which can carry a parasite in its feces that can cause a deadly disease, has historically been found in Georgia, according to ...

"All the bugs will be sent to the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention for further identification," Chen told news media on Tuesday. A reward of 8 yuan ($1.20) will be paid for each bug.