The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on June 26, 2023, that five cases of locally transmitted malaria had been identified – four in Florida and one in Texas – since May 2023. These are the first cases of locally acquired mosquito-borne malaria in the U.S. since 2003. The Conversation spoke with Dr. Rajiv […]
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Mosquitoes may be tiny but they can cause a pretty itchy and annoying bite! Some mosquitoes can even carry harmful diseases. Here’s everything you need to know about mosquito bites!
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Some bugs can transmit diseases to humans so it’s important to get informed. If you plan on traveling any time soon, take a look at our list of tips on how to prevent bug bites while traveling.
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When you are travelling to another country, nothing can ruin a trip faster than travel illness. The good news is that if you follow these five simple travel rules, you can thwart illness and have an enjoyable trip… 1. Get your vaccinations updated Often when we travel to other countries, we put ourselves at risk […]
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Greece is in the midst of a battle against malaria. The European Center for Disease Prevention and Control states that 27 cases of malaria were reported last year, and there have been 16 cases this year as of October 26th. Previously, Greece had been free from malaria for almost 40 years. Malaria was eliminated in […]
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An experimental vaccine for malaria that once showed a lot of promise is becoming a big disappointment after results show it’s only 30 percent effective in protecting babies from the deadly disease. Last year, a study revealed that this particular vaccine reduced the risk of malaria by almost 50 percent in older children – although […]
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