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Malaria Causes and Risks : Risk of Malaria in Children
Children are at an increased risk of malaria because their immune system is not yet fully developed. Africa is the most severely malaria endemic region of the..
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Malaria : Monsoon and mosquito borne diseases
Monsoon is a relief after the scorching heat of summer. However, mosquitoes find this season the best time to breed and multiply – leading to various health hazards!The smell of damp earth,..
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Malaria : Tips for avoiding mosquito bites
A good night’s sleep is crucial after a hard day’s work. However, with mosquitoes buzzing and biting, peaceful dreams can go right out of the window! Not only do mosquitoes interrupt..
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Malaria Treatment : Effectiveness of Antimalarial Drugs
Antimalarial drugs are meant to cure or prevent malaria. They have been always under the scanner because the malaria parasite often develops resistance to them...
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Understand Malaria : Effects of Malaria during Pregnancy
There are many adverse effects of Malaria during pregnancy and pregnant women are known to be more prone to contracting malaria than those not pregnant. The..
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Malaria Prevention : Prevention of Mosquito Breeding
The best way of prevention of mosquito breeding is to stop their access to the place where they can lay eggs and rest. Since a large part of a mosquito’s life cycle is aquatic, an effective..
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Understand Malaria : Life Cycle of the Malaria Parasite
Malaria is caused by one of the Plasmodium (P.) parasites carried by female Anopheles mosquitoes. It is released into the human bloodstream after a mosquito bite. Six distinct..
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Understand Malaria : What is Falciparum Malaria?
Falciparum malaria, commonly referred to as cerebral malaria is the most dangerous and life threatening form of malaria. As the name suggests..
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Malaria Treatment : Treatment for Cerebral Malaria
Cerebral malaria turns fatal within few days of its onset. When properly diagnosed and treated, it can be treated just in 48 hours but when treatment is delayed cerebral malaria..
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Understand Malaria : 10 Things to know about Malaria
Facts about Malaria Malaria is a disease that can be contracted by people of all ages. It is caused by plasmodium species of parasites and spread from one person..
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