World Malaria Day is observed every year on April 25 to raise awareness of the global effort to control, prevent and eventually eradicate malaria.
The day was first recognized in 2007 by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a way to shine a light on the devastating impact of malaria and to encourage governments, health organizations, and individuals to take action against this deadly disease.
BELOW IS AN AUDIO PRESENTATION BY NIFEMI ONIBIYO WHICH GIVES MORE INSIGHT ON WHAT MALARIA IS ALL ABOUT. Enjoy!
The theme for World Malaria Day 2023 is:
“Time to deliver zero malaria: invest, innovate, implement”
World Malaria Day is a platform to grab global attention and aid in reducing the risk of people being affected.
DID YOU KNOW?
1. They are about 3,523 species of mosquitoes and only 150-200 spread diseases.
2. Male Mosquitoes do not transmit malaria
3. Female Mosquitoes need the nutrient from blood in order to lay eggs.
Prevention of Malaria disease
- When outside at night, wear a dress with long sleeves and long pants
- Use mosquito nets over the bed during the night
- Before going to bed, spray insecticide in the bedroom
- Never allow stagnant water in household surroundings
- Always close the water tubs with a lid
