Is malaria contageous?
My maid's child got malaria recently, and I was wondering about precautions for my own kids. Is malaria contageous? I need to know if there's a risk of it spreading easily.
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5 months ago
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Hey, chill! Malaria isn't contagious like a flu bug. You can't catch it from someone's sneeze or hug. It's those annoying mosquitoes that carry it. So focus on keeping them away, not avoiding people!
5 months ago
I've had malaria a couple of times, and no, it's not contagious person-to-person. You get it from a mosquito bite. The best tip is always to use repellent, especially in the evenings, and keep your surroundings free of stagnant water. That's how you actually prevent it.
5 months ago
No, it's not contagious in the sense of catching it from someone like a cough or cold. It's the mosquito that transmits it. I always try to be careful with any health info; it's better to verify than assume, especially with things like PCOS that need specific care.
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5 months ago
No, malaria is not contagious from one person to another. It's spread by mosquitoes. While diet won't prevent it directly, a healthy, balanced vegetarian diet does support your overall immunity. But for malaria, focus on mosquito protection.
4 months ago
Absolutely not contagious in the usual way! But it's serious, so don't ignore it. I once thought my fever was just a common cold and didn't get it checked for days. Turned out to be something more, and it took longer to recover. Always see a doc!