Malaria
Kristin Walter, Chandy C. John
Abstract
MalariaMalaria is a disease caused by parasites that infect human red blood cells.Malaria is typically transmitted to humans by the bite of a female Anophelesmosquito,thecarrierofPlasmodiumparasites.Ofthe5parasite species that infect humans, Plasmodium falciparum is associated with the highest death rates.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineMalariaTraditional medicineImmunologyMalaria Research and Control