Malaria is an ancient disease which means “bad air.” It was so named in the 18th century because it was linked to the foul air of swamps which people thought was responsible for the condition.Bad air, of course, has nothing to do with malaria but mosquitoes found in swamps and other marshy areas are to [...]

Malaria is a serious, infectious disease spread by certain kinds of mosquitoes. It is common in tropical climates and is characterized by chills, fevers, and an enlarged spleen. These symptoms reappear again and again. The disease can be treated with medication, but it tends to come back even after being cured. Malaria is endemic in [...]