Malaria Control & Elimination

Department of Global Health, The George Washington University, Washington, USA

Publications

• Mini Review   
  The Role of Climate Change in Malaria Transmission Patterns: Implications for Control
  Author(s): Brad Cooper*
  
  Climate change is increasingly recognized as a significant factor influencing the transmission patterns of infectious diseases, with malaria being a prime example. Malaria, a mosquito-borne disease caused by the Plasmodium parasite, is highly sensitive to temperature and precipitation changes, both of which are influenced by climate change. This article explores the complex relationship between climate change and malaria transmission patterns, highlighting the potential implications for disease control strategies. The article discusses how shifts in temperature and rainfall can impact mosquito behavior, parasite development and human vulnerability to infection. Additionally, the role of climate-informed predictive models in improving malaria control measures is examined. The article underscores the importance of integrating climate change considerations into public health policies .. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2470-6965.2023.12.219

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