Leaflet Malaria. Malaria This leaflet contains information about malaria and how to protect yourself and your family when travelling to malariarisk countries.
This leaflet contains information about the malaria risk at your destination and the advice we recommend following discussion with you about your forthcoming trip abroad to • You are travelling to an area where the National Guidance states there is limited to no risk of malaria at your destination and no malaria tablets are advised1.
MALARIA PREVENTION INFORMATION
Malaria is a serious illness that can get worse very quickly It can be fatal if not treated promptly It can also cause serious complications including severe anaemia – where red blood cells are unable to carry enough oxygen around the body leading to drowsiness and weakness cerebral malaria – in rare cases the small blood vessels.
Malaria Symptoms and Treatment Patient
What is malaria? Malaria is an infectious disease caused by a parasite that is carried by the female Anopheles mosquito It is still a major cause of illhealth and death in many tropical and subtropical areas As travel to such countries is increasing so are the numbers of people suffering from malaria Every year over 2000 people who return to.
Malaria GOV.UK
This leaflet is for health professionals to give to those travelling to malariarisk countries It sets out the precautions that can reduce the risk of catching it The leaflet is available in.
Malaria Tablets Well Travelled Clinics
Malaria Leaflet Welcome To NHS Highland
Malaria: information for people travelling overseas GOV.UK
Malaria NHS
The most common symptoms are high temperature (fever) and a flulike illness The symptoms of malaria can occur even up to a year after travelling in an area in which malaria is present Prompt treatment for malaria is essential as without treatment it can be fatal This leaflet gives general information about malaria and its treatment Author Dr Mary Harding.