Understanding Malaria

Understanding malaria with BabyYumYum, #1 parenting portal with the best parenting expert information and advice. Malaria continues to be a significant global health concern, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where it accounts for a high number of deaths each year. In South Africa, high-risk provinces include Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and Kwa-Zulu Natal as they share international borders. Malaria parasites are transmitted from person to person through the bite of malaria-infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Understanding the prevention, cure, vaccination, symptoms, and treatment options available is vital to combating this debilitating disease.