Malaria

Malaria is an illness caused by a parasite, spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes that spread malaria can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. Not all mosquito bites will make you sick, but it is still important to take steps to protect yourself and your family while traveling to areas with malaria. Visit the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) Travelers' Health page before your trip for recommendations and information on country-specific travel. Malaria is preventable.

About malaria

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General information about malaria signs and symptoms, treatment, and resources.

Data

Information about travel-associated cases of malaria in Wisconsin.

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Reporting and surveillance

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Information on reporting, surveillance, or diagnosis of malaria.

Mosquito bite prevention

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Preventing mosquito bites can help decrease your risk of getting malaria.

Questions about illnesses spread by mosquitoes?

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Glossary

 
Last revised December 10, 2024