Up to 200 million people suffer from schistosomiasis ( bilharzia ) worldwide and a large proportion of these will die prematurely from the illness . The Asian giant bugs are n't just a problem in Japan but in other Asian countries . Travelers should not assume vaccinations and medications will keep them safe from deadly bugs . Clean up is essential during travel .
The Asian giant bugs are n't just a problem in Japan but in other Asian countries . Travelers should not assume vaccinations and medications will keep them safe from deadly bugs . Clean up is essential during travel .