Malaria Flashcards
What causes Malaria?
The bite of a female mosquito
1 fact about Malaria.
More people die from Malaria than from attacks by snakes,hippos,sharks,lions and crocodiles put together.
What do mosquitoes breed in?
They breed in still dirty water called stagnant water.
True or False
Mosquitoes can see very well.
False
True or False
Mosquitoes find people by heat and smell.
True
True or False
All mosquitoes carry Malaria
False
True or False
You never need to protect yourself from mosquitoes
False
What are the symptoms of Malaria?
- Very high fever
2. Feel you can’t get out of bed
What is the treatment for Malaria?
- Stay in bed
- Take medicine
- Drink plenty of water
- Go to hospital
What are some Malaria areas in South Africa?
Mpumalanga, Limpopo and Maputuland and the coast of KZN
3 ways of preventing Malaria
- Mosquito nets
- Mosquito repellent
- Wear clothing that covers your legs and arms
How long does it take for a egg to become an adult?
5 days
Does one female mosquito lay tens,hundreds or thousands of eggs
Thousands
