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[Long-term travelers to malaria endemic areas : What prevention strategies ?]
1Policlinique de médecine tropicale, voyages et vaccinations, Unisanté, 1011 Lausanne.
Abstract:
Long-term travelers are particularly exposed to malaria. It is essential to inform them about this risk, the recognition of the symptoms of the disease and the need for prompt treatment. Addressing any fears of travelers and answering their questions improve therapeutic adherence. Personal protective measures (repellents, mosquito nets) are fundamental and safe to reduce exposure to the vector of the disease. Depending on the individual risk of malaria and the special vulnerability of the traveler, short-term or prolonged chemoprophylaxis and/or emergency self-treatment and a rapid diagnostic test for malaria may be offered.
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