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Malaria: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment by Mariama Diagne is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Malaria is a potentially fatal infectious disease caused by Plasmodium parasites transmitted through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes, with Africa accounting for 95% of cases and deaths. Symptoms resemble flu-like conditions and can lead to severe complications if untreated. Prevention includes avoiding mosquito bites and using medications, while treatment involves various drugs based on the type of malaria and patient factors.
- Author
- Mariama Diagne
- Language
- EN