Overview

In recent years, malaria has accounted for the deaths of around 500 thousand people worldwide. Anyone who will be working in an environment where malaria is a risk will benefit from being able to protect themselves and know how to take appropriate action against it.

Objectives

At the end of the course, trainees will be able to:

• Explain what malaria is
• State the main causes of malaria
• Recognise the signs and symptoms of malaria
• Identify the main risk areas
• Take appropriate action to prevent malaria
• Respond promptly and effectively to treat malaria.