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History and Evolution of Malaria Development

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What was the historical belief regarding the cause of malaria?

It was caused by miasmas or foul air from stagnant water

It was caused by bad odors or vapors from swamps (correct)

It was caused by evil spirits inhabiting swamps

It was caused by mosquitoes breeding in swamps

Which statement about the history of malaria in England is correct?

Malaria was known as 'Angue fever' and was associated with swamps in Roman and Anglo-Saxon Britain (correct)

The marshlands of Kent and Essex were free from malaria until the 19th century

Malaria was eradicated from England in the 16th century due to widespread draining of swamps

There are no indigenous species of Anopheles mosquitoes capable of transmitting malaria in England

According to the information provided, which of the following statements is NOT true?

The global burden of malaria is heaviest in Africa, accounting for less than 90% of deaths (correct)

Malaria is transmitted by five to six species of Anopheles mosquitoes that infect humans

There are currently 175 species of protozoan parasites recognized that can infect humans with malaria

Nearly half of the world's population is at risk of contracting malaria

What was the trend in global malaria cases and mortality between 2010 and 2015?

Both new cases and mortality decreased during this period Signup and view all the answers

When was Italy officially declared free of malaria?

November 10, 1970 Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate annual risk of an individual contracting malaria globally?

1 in 1,000 individuals Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information given, which group is most affected by malaria globally?

Children in Africa Signup and view all the answers

What term was used in England between the 16th and 19th centuries to refer to what is now known as malaria?

Angue or mash fever Signup and view all the answers

How many species of humans are currently known to be infected by the protozoan parasite causing malaria?

6-7 species Signup and view all the answers

Which region had declared Italy malaria-free on November 10th, 1970?

Europe Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of global deaths due to malaria occur in Africa?

90% Signup and view all the answers

In which century were the marshlands of Kent and Essex in England associated with high mortality rates due to malaria?

16th century Signup and view all the answers

How many cases of malaria were reported globally between 2010 and 2015?

211 million cases Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate risk of an individual being infected with malaria per year globally?

$1/1000$ individuals Signup and view all the answers