Malaria remains one of the most common and preventable causes of illness in many communities. Yet, every rainy season, mosquitoes multiply, bites increase, and malaria can seem to “strike back” when we least expect it.
Malaria is caused by parasites transmitted through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. It can begin with symptoms such as fever, chills, headache, body weakness, sweating, and sometimes vomiting. Without prompt treatment, severe malaria can develop and become life-threatening, especially in young children and pregnant women.
The good news is that malaria can be prevented and treated. Reduce mosquito bites by sleeping under insecticide-treated nets, using appropriate mosquito-control measures, wearing protective clothing when possible, and reducing mosquito breeding sites around the home.
