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Though Malaria is not a common disease in some parts of the world, there are many countries where Malaria is present. It is also one of the major killers in the places where the disease is present. This is a disease that is transmitted from one person to another by the mosquitoes. So, it is very important to prevent these mosquitoes from biting.
There are various preventive measures that can be taken by a person to avoid Malaria and also other diseases that are transmitted by the mosquito. These methods are all listed here.
The main thing that has to be done by a person who is in Malaria infested place is that the person should learn about the signs and symptoms of the diseases caused by mosquito bites. This is because even after the precautions are taken, the person can be affected by the disease when even one mosquito bites. So, awareness will help the person to prevent severity of the disease.
Other than the awareness, the actual methods of preventing the diseases should also be followed. The use of mosquito nets in the areas that are endemic with malaria is one of the best methods of preventing this disease from affecting a person. The nets will keep out the mosquitoes when you are sleeping and this can help you. The use of various mosquito repellents is also another method that will help you to prevent the disease. These repellents are in the form of either an ointment or a spray. They are instant in their action and are very helpful in preventing the disease. If a person has to travel to an area that is endemic for malaria, then the person can also try to take a dose of prophylactic medication to prevent the disease from occurring. These are the common preventive measures against malaria.
