Malaria In Ethiopia CS Flashcards
What is the climate in Ethiopia like?
Warm & humid with stagnant surface water
Perfect for breeding habitats
3 human causes of Malaria in Ethiopia
At planting season each year, movements from malaria free highlands to the Agricultural lowlands
Movements of planting season happens at prime breeding time (june-sept) rain season
urbanisation
How many people roughly die from malaria in Ethiopia each year?
70k
How much of ethiopia live in Malaria free highlands?
1/4
Which areas are at the most risk of Malaria?
The lowlands with higher avg temps
3 socio-economic impacts of Malaria
5 million cases a year, 70k dead
Slows economic growth as people less productive
40% of national health expenditure
What is an international strategy used to tackle Malaria in Ethiopia?
Ethiopia received grants of $20-40m a year from 2008-2013