*[1],[2]Ayeni, A. E., [3]Azuh, V. O., 1Oluwatoba, O. A., and 1,4Fayemiwo, S. A.
1Department of Medical Microbiology and Parasitology, Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria
2Department of Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, Faculty of Public Health, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria
3Biorepository and Clinical Virology Laboratory, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria
4Clinical Microbiology Unit, Infectious Disease Institute (IDI), College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria
*Correspondence to: ayenieugene@gmail.com
Abstract:
Malaria is an ancient disease that continues to exert a significant toll on the health of many populations worldwide. Since historic times, when its seasonality, recurrent fever and chills, were documented, various methods for its control have been implemented based on then-extant scientific knowledge, technological advancement and the understanding of its pathogenesis and epidemiology. As knowledge of the disease increased, approaches for its control were modified or improved to reduce disease burden and eliminate the disease. Today, our current knowledge of malaria has afforded newer approaches for prevention and control, including newer drugs and procedures to monitor emerging threats and hence more effective control mechanisms. In this narrative review, we consider a brief history of malaria, with insights into malaria pathogenesis and an evolution of prevention and control measures into the present day. Continue reading “Malaria: A narrative review of historical efforts in prevention and control”