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It does <strong> not</strong> necessarily mean that the entire country is affected, as malaria may be restricted to certain areas or regions.</li> <li>This map is an illustrative guide only.</li> <li>Malaria risk can change rapidly and you should always seek accurate and up to date advice.</li> <li>Expert advice must be sought before travelling to a potentially malarious destination. </li> <li>Always consult a health care professional before travelling to any potential malaria destination.</li> <br /> <h3 class="style1">South America</h3> Malaria is present in South America, though in many countries it is restricted to specific areas / regions. The south of the continent is generally malaria free. For up to date and accurate advice visit a health care professional before your travel. <h4 class="style1">Africa</h4> <p>Malaria is widespread throughout the majority of Africa. The most deadly form of malaria, falciprium, is also the most common and certain antimalarial medications may not be very effective. Always get up to date, expert advice from a health care professional before travelling to any potential malaria destination. <h4 class="style1">South East Asia</h4> <p>Malaria is present in a number of countries throughout South East Asia, though in some countries it is restricted to specific areas / regions. Always get up to date, expert advice from a health care professional before travelling to any potential malaria destination. <h4 class="style1">Far East Asia</h4> <p>There is malaria risk in China, though not normally in densely populated urban centres. There is also some risk in the northern rural parts of South Korea. Always get up to date, expert advice from a health care professional before travelling to any potential malaria destination. <h4 class="style1">North America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe and Australasia</h4> <p>Malaria does not generally occur in North America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe or Australasia.</p> <p><strong>The following text is an extract from the <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/malaria/travel/index.htm">Centre for Disease Control website</a> </strong></p> <h1 class="style1">What Determines Your Individual Risk</h1> <p><strong>All visitors to malaria risk areas are at risk of getting malaria; however, many factors determine the risk to an individual traveler.</strong> Even in the same locale, these factors can vary widely over time. From year to year, conditions such as amount of rainfall, the number of mosquitoes, and the number of infected persons in the area will change and may produce a different level of risk than previously seen.</p> <p><strong>Factors that determine a traveler's risk include:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Unaware of malaria risk areas</strong> <br /> Many U.S. travelers, their healthcare providers, and tour companies may be unaware that their travel itinerary includes malaria risk areas.</li> <li><strong>Amount of malaria in the area to be visited </strong><br /> Most malaria transmission occurs in rural areas, although malaria occurs in urban areas in many countries. Low altitudes with warm temperatures allow for larger populations of infective mosquitoes. Transmission is generally higher in Africa south of the Sahara than in most other areas of the world; in 2002, 73% of imported malaria cases among U.S. and foreign civilians occurred in persons who traveled to Africa. </li> <li><strong>Time of the year </strong><br /> Seasons with more rainfall and higher temperatures will have more malaria transmission than colder, drier seasons. However, in most tropical and semi-tropical countries, transmission may occur even during cooler months or periods of less rainfall. </li> <li><strong>Type (species) of malaria parasite present in the area</strong><br /> While all species of malaria parasites can make a person feel very ill, <em>Plasmodium falciparum</em> causes severe, potentially fatal malaria. Persons who travel to areas where <em>P. falciparum</em> malaria is present should be extra careful to take their antimalarial drug and to prevent mosquito bites. </li> <li><strong>Nighttime exposure to mosquito bites</strong><br /> Because the mosquito that transmits malaria bites at night, travelers who are frequently out of doors between dusk and dawn will be at greater risk for malaria. </li> <li><strong>Preventive measures taken by travelers</strong><br /> Individual measures, such as taking an effective antimalarial drug and preventing mosquito bites, are the most important factors in minimizing risk. While other risk factors may be difficult to change or avoid, travelers can greatly reduce their risk of malaria by following recommended travel precautions. </li> <li><strong>Immunity or lack of immunity to malaria</strong><br /> Because malaria was eliminated from the United States in the late 1940s, most residents have never developed resistance (immunity) to the disease. Malaria infection in a non-immune person can quickly result in a severe and life-threatening illness.</li> </ul> <p>In addition, <strong>many healthcare providers and laboratories</strong> <strong>in the United States rarely see cases of malaria and may be unfamiliar with the diagnosis and treatment of the disease</strong>, and this can delay effective treatment. </p> <p><strong>Know the Facts</strong><br /> Every year, millions of United States residents travel to countries where malaria is present; about 800 cases of malaria are diagnosed in these returning travelers each year. From 1985-2002, 78 U.S. travelers died from malaria. </p> <p>Persons who are traveling to malaria risk areas can almost always prevent this potentially deadly disease if they correctly take an effective antimalarial drug and follow measures to prevent mosquito bites.</p> <p><strong>Know the Symptoms</strong> <br /> Despite these protective measures, travelers may become infected with malaria. Malaria symptoms can include:</p> <ul> <li>fever</li> <li>chills</li> <li>headache</li> <li>flu-like symptoms</li> <li>muscle aches </li> <li>fatigue</li> <li>low blood cell counts (anemia) </li> <li>yellowing of the skin and whites of the eye (jaundice)</li> </ul> If not promptly treated, infection with <em>Plasmodium falciparum</em>, the most harmful malaria parasite, may cause coma, kidney failure, and death. <p><strong>When Symptoms Appear, Seek Immediate Medical Attention</strong> <br /> Malaria is always a serious disease and may be a deadly illness. Travelers who become ill with a fever or flu-like illness either while traveling in a malaria-risk area or after returning home (for up to 1 year) should seek immediate medical attention and should tell the physician their travel history.</p> <p><a href="http://www.cdc.gov/malaria/travel/index.htm" class="style1"><strong>Read More........ </strong></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.discoverytravelnetwork.com">Discovery Travel Network</a> has used information supplied from <a href="http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk">www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk</a> please visit this site for up to date information.</p></td> </tr> </table></td> <td><img src="../images/blank.gif" width="1" height="1" alt="" /></td> <td valign="top"> </td> </tr> </table></td> </tr> <tr> <td><img src="../images/blank.gif" width="1" height="1" alt="" /></td> </tr> <tr> <td><div id="footer"> <p><a href="index.asp">Home</a> | <a href="about_us.asp">About Us</a> | <a href="vaccinations.asp">Vaccinations</a> | <a href="travel_health_products.asp">Online Shop</a> | <a href="travel_advice.asp">Holiday Advice</a> | <a href="news.asp">News</a> | <a href="faq.asp">FAQ’s</a> | <a href="terms.asp">Terms & Conditions</a> | <a href="contact_us.asp">Contact Us <br /> </a>© Copyright 2007 - Travel Health from Discovery Travel Health Ltd. <a href="../site-map.asp">Site Map</a>- <a href="http://www.bookbymap.com">Book Hotels by Map - </a> <a href="http://www.lastminutevillaholiday.co.uk">Villa Holidays </a><br /> Designed & Developed by <a href="http://www.websitevision.co.uk" target="_blank">WebsiteVision Ltd</a> </p> </div> </td> </tr> </table> <script type="text/javascript"> var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? 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