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What is the cause of malaria?

November 1, 2013 By Malaria Q&A Leave a Comment

QUESTION

What is the cause of malaria?

ANSWER

Malaria is caused by a parasite called Plasmodium, which is transmitted via the bites of  female anopheles mosquitoes.  Please read more information on our website: Malaria Symptoms and Causes.

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