Journal
INFECTIOUS DISEASE CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA
Volume 26, Issue 3, Pages 637-+Publisher
W B SAUNDERS CO-ELSEVIER INC
DOI: 10.1016/j.idc.2012.05.003
Keywords
Malaria; Chemoprophylaxis; Travel; Prevention; Stand-by emergency treatment
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- Novartis Pharma
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A common approach to malaria prevention is to follow the A, B, C, D rule: Awareness of risk, Bite avoidance, Compliance with chemoprophylaxis, and prompt Diagnosis in case of fever. The risk of acquiring malaria depends on the length and intensity of exposure; the risk of developing severe disease is primarily determined by the health status of the traveler. These parameters need to be assessed before recommending chemoprophylaxis and/or stand-by emergency treatment. This review discusses the different strategies and drug options available for the prevention of malaria during and post travel.
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