Abstract:IntroductionTrypanosomiasis in its various forms, despite concerted international efforts for half a century, continues to make a serious impact upon the socioeconomic development of large parts of Africa and Central and South America.While human trypanosomiasis is presently under fairly good control in Africa, constant vigilance is essential as outbreaks can occur with sudden and explosive force when socioecologic factors a r e favorable.A dramatic example of the precarious nature of the present containment o… Show more
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