Communicable Disease - Malaria Flashcards
(14 cards)
1
Q
Where is Malaria more prevalent?
A
LICs
2
Q
What % of the world is vulnerable to Malaria?
A
3.4 billion
3
Q
How many deaths were there in 2017?
A
435,000 deaths
4
Q
How many cases were there in 2017?
A
219 million
5
Q
What % of cases are in Africa?
A
82%
6
Q
What % of deaths are in Africa?
A
90%
7
Q
What % of malaria deaths are children?
A
61%
8
Q
How often does someone die from Malaria?
A
Every 2 minutes
9
Q
How can Malaria be managed?
A
- Vaccines
- Mosquito nets
- Sprays
10
Q
What is the issue with the vaccine?
A
It must be taken 4 times.
11
Q
What % of the world are vulnerable to Malaria?
A
50%
12
Q
What % of Malaria deaths are children under 5?
A
80%
13
Q
What is the WHO aim?
A
To reduce Malaria deaths by 90%
14
Q
What are the requirements for Malaria to occur?
A
- Stagnant water
- 16-32C
