Malaria

Malaria and immune system: You need a robust immunity to fight infections like malaria. Building a stronger immune system starts with what you eat. Here’s why you should include whole, colourful, nutrient-dense foods, and give your body the nutrients it needs.

World Malaria Day 2025: Causes, symptoms and treatment tips for this mosquito-borne disease

World Malaria Day, a global reminder that while major steps have been taken to control this deadly disease, millions of people across the world still live at risk. With timely prevention and treatment, malaria is both manageable and preventable.

Mpox, malaria, dengue, swine flu: Causes, symptoms and treatment tips for these serious diseases

Protecting yourself from  serious diseases like the mpox, malaria, dengue and swine flu involves understanding their causes, recognising early symptoms, and taking proactive steps to prevent infection. Here are some  preventive measures that may help you reduce your risk and maintain your health.

'Dengue cases among children too': Hospital OPDs full in Delhi-NCR amid spike in viral fever, chikungunya, typhoid & jaundice

Doctors pointed out that symptoms of dengue, and chikungunya sometimes overlap such as the appearance of rashes. In some cases, symptoms of Zika also confuses with chikungunya with pain in joints and fever.

West Nile Virus in India: Symptoms, how it's different from other mosquito-borne diseases, when to seek help

Difference between West Nile Virus and chikungunya, malaria, dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases: In all cases, consulting a doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment is crucial, especially if you have symptoms consistent with severe forms of these diseases. Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve outcomes.

World Malaria Day 2024: Follow these expert tips to protect yourself disease-causing mosquitoes

World Malaria Day 2024: The warm, humid environment created by stagnant water provides the ideal conditions for mosquito larvae to thrive, increasing the risk of diseases such as dengue, malaria, Zika virus, and chikungunya. Expert suggests 7 ways to help you fight against malaria.

World Malaria Day 2024: Date, history, theme and significance

World Malaria Day 2024: The day aims to create awareness about malaria, assemble resources for prevention and treatment of the disorder and highlight the progress made to control and eventually, eradicate the disease.

Recovering from malaria? Boost your immunity with Vitamin C, calorie, protein-rich diet

Did you know that what you eat can play a significant role in fighting off malaria? Discover these expert-recommended nutrient-rich foods that can support your recovery from malaria.

Mumbai: Malaria, dengue cases decline in October when compared to September, says BMC

The civic body said it initiated legal action wherever necessary and a total of 17,105 notices have been issued till September.

Malaria causes, symptoms and cure: Keep mosquitoes away and watch out for fever, headaches and chills

Malaria's initial symptoms usually emerge 10–15 days post the dreaded bite, often involving fever, headaches, and chills. These signs can be subtle, making malaria identification challenging.

In Pics: Waterlogging and floods increase chances of water-borne diseases in Delhi

The recent instance of heavy rain has led to severe floods and waterlogging in the Delhi-NCR region. This has enhanced the chances of mosquitoes breeding and causing vector-borne diseases.

Delhi govt unveils 'mega action plan' to curb vector-borne diseases

According to data shared by civic authorities, 136 cases of dengue and 43 of malaria have been recorded in Delhi this year till July 8.

First US malaria cases diagnosed in decades in Florida and Texas

The state of Florida said that its first case was diagnosed on May 26 in Sarasota County, while officials in Texas said on June 23 that a Texas resident who worked outdoors in Cameron County had been diagnosed with the disease.

WHO Prepares For El Nino Linked Spread Of Viral Diseases Like Dengue, Zika Virus & Chikungunya

The El Nino weather phenomenon can increase the spread of viral disease like Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya in 2023-2024, said WHO. The World Health Organization's director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus informed about the high risk of the viral diseases in a press briefing. So, what is El-Nino and how can changes in weather patterns make it easier for mosquitoes to breed and spread diseases? Watch to find out.

India witnessed 85.1% decline in malaria cases from 2015 to 2022: Health Minister Mandaviya

Malaria is not just a public health issue but also a social, economic and political challenge that requires the cooperation of all the stakeholders, Mandaviya said.

Oxford University, Serum Institute of India tie-up delivers ‘high efficacy’ malaria vaccine

The R21/Matrix-M vaccine, leveraging Novavax's adjuvant technology, has been approved for use by Africa's Food and Drugs Authority in Ghana for children aged 5 to 36 months - the age group at the highest risk of death from malaria.

Adar Poonawalla: Serum plans to launch vaccines against cervical cancer, malaria this year

Serum Institute of India CEO said while the cervical cancer vaccine will be launched in India, the anti-malaria vaccine will be launched in Africa. Poonawalla said SII offered vaccines to China as boosters against COVID-19, but there was very little response from the authorities.

UK pledges £1 billion to fight AIDs, tuberculosis and malaria

Britain is historically a major donor to the fund, and its absence generated surprise in global health circles when other world leaders committed $14.25 billion on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in September.

Rising cases of overlapping symptoms of dengue, Covid-19 leave doctors confused

Cases of vector-borne diseases are usually reported between July and November, sometimes stretching till mid-December.

World leaders pledge billions to fight AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria on UN sidelines

U.S. President Joe Biden, who hosted the conference in New York on the sidelines of the annual high-level meeting of the United Nations General Assembly, said the funding is crucial to combating the diseases.

Huge funding announced to roll-out first-ever malaria vaccine in Africa

Malaria remains a primary cause of childhood illness and death in sub-Saharan Africa. In 2020, nearly half a million African children died from malaria or 1 child died of malaria every minute, WHO said in a statement after the announcement in Brazzaville in the Republic of Congo.

Malaria deaths rise by 69,000 in 2020 due to COVID-19 disruptions, says WHO

In total over 627,000 people globally – most of them babies in the poorest parts of Africa – were killed by malaria last year compared with 558,000 in 2019, the WHO said in its annual malaria report.

WHO recommends use of first malaria vaccine for children

The WHO said in a statement it was recommending the widespread application of the vaccine among children in sub-Saharan Africa and in other regions with moderate to high malaria transmission.

Vaccine maker BioNTech to use mRNA tech to target malaria

The monoclonal antibody is used for treatment of COVID-19 in India and some other countries.

China certified malaria-free after 70-year fight

The country reported 30 million cases of the infectious disease annually in the 1940s but has now gone four consecutive years without an indigenous case. "We congratulate the people of China on ridding the country of malaria," said WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.