Initial findings reveal the mechanism through which the Asian malaria mosquito, Anopheles stephensi, contributes to the dissemination of drug-resistant and diagnosis-resistant malaria in Africa. Malaria, a disease caused by a parasite transmitted through the bites of blood-sucking mosquitoes, remains a significant global health challenge. In 2021, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported an estimated 247 million cases of malaria worldwide, resulting in over 600,000 deaths, predominantly in Africa. Notably, children under the age of 5 constituted approximately 80% of all malaria-related fatalities in the region. Read more
Advice for travellers
For many travellers, Africa presents a significant malaria risk. Travellers can discuss their itinerary and the need for anti-malaria medication with a trained travel health professional at their nearest Travelvax clinic. For details call 1300 360 164. Read more about malaria.
Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.