Malaria parasite

Zoonotic malaria parasite found in Indian patients: AIIMS researchers sound alarm

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, September 08, 2020 at 09:23am

This malarial parasite is found in long-tailed and pig-tailed macaques. It can cause daily fever spikes 9-12 days after the infection and organ failure in severe cases.
World Malaria Day 2020: Importance, theme and history

Posted By Editorial Team, April 25, 2020 at 12:33pm

As we celebrate World Malaria Day today, here are some important facts about this awareness campaign. It aims to educate people about this mosquito-borne condition and help them manage it better.
Want to tame the malaria parasite? These are the right moves

Posted By Editorial Team, January 17, 2020 at 02:17pm

While new research finds out novel technique for a better understanding and control of the malaria parasite, we tell you ways to manage these microorganisms better.
Malaria can thrive in cooler climes too: Know the risks and protect yourself

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, October 02, 2019 at 03:31pm

Contrary to belief, malaria, a parasitic infection that results from mosquito bites, can also survive in cold regions. Know how to avoid and also deal with this condition.
Antarctic sea sponge may yield treatment for malaria

Posted By ANI, September 12, 2019 at 09:10am

According to a study published in Journal of Natural Products, a compound called friomaramide can block infection and development of the malaria parasite Plasmodium falciparum in liver cells.
Malaria: Health complications that may affect you

Posted By Juhi Kumari, July 16, 2019 at 05:15pm

With Delhi facing a possible malaria outbreak, it is important that you know how this disease can affect you. Read on to know more.
Climate change may increase malaria risk in colder areas: Study

Posted By ANI, June 28, 2019 at 08:39am

According to a new study, even small increase in temperature could dramatically increase malaria infections in humans because the parasites develop much faster at these lower temperatures than has been previously estimated.
World Malaria Day 2019: 6 maladies of a mosquito bite

Posted By Editorial Team, April 25, 2019 at 05:49pm

On World Malaria Day today, we tell you about all the mosquito-borne diseases that can put your life at risk.
World Malaria Day 2019: Types and symptoms of this mosquito-borne disease

Posted By Editorial Team, April 25, 2019 at 12:52pm

World Malaria Day is being celebrated today all across the globe in order to help countries and communities reduce the burden of malaria. On this special day, we share important facts and figures about this parasitic disease while arming you up to fight it out.
World Malaria Day: Eat these parasite killing foods to beat malaria

Posted By juhi kumari, April 24, 2019 at 02:53pm
World's first malaria vaccine launched in Africa: WHO

Posted By IANS, April 24, 2019 at 10:55am

According to WHO, after spending 30 years in the making, RTS,S has been developed as the first and to date the only vaccine to prevent malaria.
Try this anti-mosquito drug to reduce malaria in children

Posted By Editorial Team, March 15, 2019 at 02:44pm

Do you know about this mosquito-killing drug which can be beneficial in reducing malaria incidence in young children by 20 per cent.
This anti-mosquito drug can help reduce malaria in children

Posted By IANS, March 15, 2019 at 08:16am

According to a trial published in the Lancet journal, Ivermectin can be beneficial for tackling malaria in children.
Novel experimental vaccine can prevent malaria-causing parasite for a longer time: Study

Posted By Agencies, January 24, 2019 at 07:53pm

A new vaccine reduced the malaria-causing parasite's release from the liver and into the blood of infected rhesus macaques by 75 to 80 per cent, reported the paper published in the journal PLOS ONE.
Malaria vaccine found safe in early clinical trial: Study

Posted By Agencies, January 12, 2019 at 10:48am

A new study published in the journal Clinical Infectious Diseases has revealed that a new vaccine developed by scientists to provide protection against pregnancy-associated malaria was found safe in an early clinical trial.
Did you know? Sniffer dogs can detect malaria in people

Posted By Editorial Team, October 31, 2018 at 03:57pm

According to a study, dogs can sniff-out people infected with malaria. Read on to know more.
Want to get rid of malaria? Try these 3 effective home remedies

Posted By Aishwarya Vaidya, September 21, 2018 at 09:41am

Malaria is a deadly disease which affects the people from the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. One may be prone to it due to unhealthy surroundings or a weak immunity. So, along with your doctor's medications, opt for these DIY tips.
New blood test that can detect 95 per cent of cancer at all stages

Posted By Sudhakar Jha, August 21, 2018 at 01:12pm

This new way diagnosis can allow patients to receive personalised treatment as the scientists have developed a method to take blood sample and retrieve the individual cancer cells from the blood.
Delhi gripped by Malaria and Dengue

Posted By Aishwarya Vaidya, August 07, 2018 at 10:42am

109 Malaria and 56 Dengue Cases have been reported in the capital which is alarming! Hence, people should take preventive measures to protect themselves from mosquito bites.
Eliminating mosquitoes carrying malaria not likely to affect the ecosystems

Posted By Aishwarya Vaidya, July 28, 2018 at 09:57am

As per scientists, wiping out mosquitoes from countries ravaged by malaria would not have a negative impact on any other native species.