Jambo rafiki, karibu! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford answer your travel health questions regarding malaria, including:

• What causes malaria?
• What are the symptoms of malaria?
• How much malaria is in the world today?
• What are the key ways in which travelers can protect themselves?
• Are the regions impacted by malaria fixed, or do they change?
• Is there locally-acquired malaria in the USA?
• Why is malaria such a difficult scientific problem?
• Why are there so many myths about malaria--and what are a few that drive you crazy?
• Is there a vaccine for malaria?
• What if a patient chooses not to take malaria prevention medications?
• What is new with mosquito avoidance technology?
• How can I diagnose myself with malaria if I have symptoms?
• What if I prefer to take medications weekly rather than daily?

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Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.