Malaria

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What is the primary mode of transmission for malaria to humans?

  • Direct contact with an infected person
  • Through the bite of a female Anopheles mosquito (correct)
  • Airborne droplets from an infected person
  • Consuming contaminated food or water

Which of the following symptoms is NOT typically associated with malaria?

  • Headache
  • Cough (correct)
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Fever

Where is the risk of malaria for travelers greatest?

  • Europe and North America
  • Indian subcontinent and Haiti
  • Southeast Asia and Latin America
  • Sub-Saharan Africa and Oceania (correct)

What is the estimated number of deaths worldwide due to malaria each year?

<p>400,000-500,000 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using insect repellents containing diethyltoluamide (DEET) according to the text?

<p>To prevent mosquito bites during the main hours of malarial transmission (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many cases of malaria are reported each year in Canada?

<p>400-500 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using picaridin (icaridin) over DEET for mosquito protection, as mentioned in the text?

<p>It lasts for 8 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for travelers to take appropriate measures to prevent malaria infection?

<p>Due to the potential fatality of the disease (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is para-Menthane-3,8-diol (PMD) mentioned in the text used for?

<p>To repel mosquitoes effectively for 8 hours (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the recommended concentration of DEET for children as young as 2 months of age?

<p>30% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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