Malaria Prevalence in Tanzania

What is the reported average malaria prevalence in Kagera?

During which months does malaria transmission peak in Kagera?

Which region has a higher under-five malaria prevalence, Kagera or Tabora?

What is the minimum temperature in Tabora?

Which district in Kagera has previously reported malaria epidemics?

What percentage of Long Lasting Insecticide Nets (LLINs) issued to infants is reported in Kagera?

What are the maximum recorded temperatures in Tabora?

What is the Treatment per confirmed cases (TPR) for malaria in Kagera?

Which region has a larger total population, Kagera or Tabora?

What percentage of malaria cases in Kagera occur in children under 5 years old?

Malaria Prevalence in Tanzania

Malaria is a significant health concern in Tanzania, particularly in Kagera and Tabora regions.
These regions are among the top three in Tanzania with the highest malaria prevalence.
Interventions involve case management, malaria in pregnancy, surveillance, and drug efficacy studies.
Collaboration exists between various stakeholders (PMI, national and local health authorities) to optimize resource use and maximize coverage in high-impact interventions.

Kagera Region

Kagera region borders Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and other Tanzanian regions.
It has a total population of 2,989,299.
Classified as a high malaria transmission zone with an average prevalence of 18.5%.
Transmission is consistent year-round, with peaks during rainfall periods (October-December and March-May).
Malaria epidemics have occurred in the past, linked to climate change.

Tabora Region

Tabora region borders other Tanzanian regions (Shinyanga, Singida, Mbeya, and Songwe).
It includes eight councils and has a total population of 3,391,679.
Residents primarily engage in agricultural activities.
Classified as a high malaria transmission area, with a reported under-five malaria prevalence of 23.4% and school-aged children prevalence of 26.9%.
Transmission is perennial with peaks in rainfall periods (October-December and March-May).

This quiz explores the significant health challenge of malaria in Tanzania, focusing on the Kagera and Tabora regions. Learn about the prevalence rates, interventions, and the impact of climate change on malaria transmission patterns. Assess your knowledge of malaria's effects in these crucial areas.