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Malaria is a serious disease caused by a parasite that infects a certain type of mosquito.

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Malaria symptoms range from very mild to severe disease and even death.

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Avoiding mosquito bites and taking appropriate medications is the best way to prevent malaria.

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Most people get malaria from the bite of an infective mosquito, also called a vector.

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Malaria infection is caused by Plasmodium parasite species and can be uncomplicated or severe.

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Always confirm a clinical diagnosis of malaria with a laboratory test.

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Malaria is typically transmitted in tropical and subtropical areas.

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