Travelers Urged to Check Vaccination and Medication Requirements Before Summer Holidays Due to Rise in Malaria Cases

Travelers are urged to check vaccination and medication requirements before summer holidays due to a notable increase in travel-acquired malaria cases. Data from the UK Health Security Agency revealed over 2,000 imported malaria cases in 2023, marking a significant rise. Malaria, caused by parasites from mosquito bites, can be prevented with anti-malarial tablets and vaccines for other infections. Precautions such as using insect repellent and taking prevention tablets can reduce the risk of infection.