Malaria

Key Stage 4

Meaning

Malaria is a disease caused by pathogenic protists called Plasmodia.

About Malaria

The malaria protist lives in the blood of humans and reproduces in the liver.

Malaria causes fevers, liver damage and damage to the red blood cells.

Malaria is transmitted by the Mosquito which is referred to as a vector for the pathogen.

The transmission of malaria can be prevented or reduced by:

• Killing mosquitos with insecticide.
• Destroying the habitat of the mosquito. (Areas of stagnant water.)
• Taking antimalarial drugs.
• Using mosquito nets that can be placed over beds.