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malaria

[muh-lair-ee-uh] / məˈlɛər i ə /


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This period was crucial, as it came before humans spread widely beyond Africa and before agriculture significantly changed how malaria was transmitted.

From Science Daily • May 3, 2026

The results indicate that malaria, one of the oldest and most persistent infectious diseases affecting humans, played a major role in shaping settlement patterns.

From Science Daily • May 3, 2026

Some also seemed frail and were suffering from malaria, breathing difficulties and exhaustion, the authorities said.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

The heatwave could also worsen Nigeria's malaria burden.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Lucretia had responded well to the sea air while she recovered from malaria at the Elberon Hotel, and Garfield had enjoyed his week in June there.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow




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