What is another word for sleeping sickness?
Pronunciation: [slˈiːpɪŋ sˈɪknəs] (IPA) 
Sleeping sickness, also known as African trypanosomiasis, is a parasitic disease that affects humans and animals living in sub-Saharan Africa. The disease is spread through the bite of an infected tsetse fly and can cause a range of symptoms, including fever, headaches, muscle aches, and fatigue. Synonyms for sleeping sickness include African sleeping sickness, trypanosomiasis, tsetse fly disease, and Nagana. Due to the high risk of transmission, travelers to affected regions are advised to take preventative measures such as wearing protective clothing and using insect repellent. Early detection and treatment can also help prevent the spread of the disease.
