Hyderabad: World Malaria Day is observed across the world every year on April 25 and efforts are made to remind the general public of the importance of building a malaria-free world. Millions of people, from children to the elderly, die from this mosquito-borne disease. Under the supervision of the World Health Organization, a specialized agency of the United Nations, this day is observed by all member states and other organizations involved in malaria prevention and awareness.
The summer season emerges with many problems, and malaria is one of them. World Malaria Day is observed every year on April 25 all over the world to make people aware of the malarial fever. During the summer season, mosquitoes cause various diseases. According to statistics, malaria kills more than seven lakh people every year. Malaria can be caused by the bite of a female mosquito, which can lead to death if not treated properly.
Also read: World Liver Day 2023: Make these lifestyle changes to have a healthy liver
Malaria fever is an infectious disease, and it is spread by the bite of female Anopheles mosquitoes. Female Anopheles mosquitoes transmit the Plasmodium parasite that causes malaria through their saliva. Female Anopheles breed in high rainfall areas, pits, river channels, irrigation canals, paddy fields, wells, ponds, sandy banks, and unclean water. These mosquitoes bite mostly during the morning and evening. At the same time, this problem has increased due to a rise in human activities like urbanization, industrialization, deforestation, and construction projects.
The most dangerous forms of malaria are P. vivax and P. falciparum malaria. The symptoms of these diseases are feeling cold, severe fever, headaches, and the sensation or occurrence of vomiting. This condition should be treated as soon as possible or else the complications may increase and cause deaths among people. If malaria worsens it can lead to problems such as jaundice, anaemia, and liver or kidney problems.
