Malaria in Africa
By: Jathen Smith
Facts about Malaria
1. Malaria is caused by blood parasites transmitted from person to person through the bites of infected mosquitoes
2. A child dies every minute from malaria in Africa where
3. People living with hiv/aids have a higher risk of getting malaria
4. Malaria exists in 103 countries worldwide, affecting 3.3 billion people
5. In 2012 207 million clinical cases of malaria were recoreded
6. Pregnant women are extremely vulnerable to malaria
7. Malaria is not contagious
8. Malaria breeds mostly in warmer climates
9. In the US about 1,500 cases of Malaria are found every year
10. An infected person may start to feel the symptoms anywhere from a week to a month after they are bitten
What region of Africa it's Prevalent in
Sub-Saharan
Is the region of Africa poor/rich , Urban/rural?
They are poor and Rural
Can Malaria be cured?
Malaria is a curable disease if diagnosed and treated promptly and correctly.
How is it Impacting Africa
Over one million people die from malaria each year, mostly children under the age of 5
Is it a major or minor disease in Africa?
It was a major disease causing millions od deaths
What can Africa do to limit Malaria?
People could drain swamps to remove mosquito breeding, they can screen their windows, and avoid being outside during dawn and dusk.