Global Health Resource Allocation Of Zambia

Background - Malaria is a water borne disease. It is spread by a parasite-carrying mosquito. It kills many people and reduces a country 's capacity to develop. There are different strategies to combat malaria. Around half the population is at risk of malaria and this disease is active in 106 counties across Africa, Asian and the Americas (see source 3). the global annual mortality from malaria is between 1.5 - 3 million deaths, or between 4000 and 8000 each day. Developing countries are most vulnerable to Malaria and as shown on source 2 Malaria has been spread across many various other countries including in Europe, but these countries have eradicated Malaria.

Estimates of deaths caused by malaria exceed 1 million each year, with the majority being African children. Other groups at risk

As a social worker, one could aim to connect health care facilities in Zambia, where 1 in 5 children are dying from malaria, to Doctors without Borders, a resource sharing the privileges of modern medicine with participating countries (Harrison, et al., 2005). The doctors participating could provide the local doctors with new information on healthcare and possible prevention methods for contracting malaria including updated vaccinations and treatment. This would connect those without access to such resources to good healthcare and promote social justice by potentially decreasing the child mortality rate of children with

In Kenya, an African country that is affected by Plasmodium falciparum, the most aggressive of the four species of malaria, the negative economic impact of malaria can be clearly seen. Malaria-related GDP losses reached 2-6% of the total economic output of the country, with 58% of those losses being in the agricultural sector and 7% in the industrial sector (Chima, 2003). When workers or their children contract malaria, they are unable to go to work, work effectively, or spend money on things other than treatment (Chima, 2003). In other words, malaria acts as a drain on both the productivity of a country, as often there is no other person available to take the place of the absent worker. Furthermore, the costs of finding alternates to replace workers who have fallen ill, or must take care of their children is placed squarely on the shoulders of businesses, while the individual who contracted malaria, or must care for someone who has malaria is unable to both earn money for their absent days, as well as spend money in areas other than the treatment of malaria, thus stimulation only a small portion of the economy, and effectively blocking the circulation of funds in the economy to their fullest extent (Chima, 2003).

Malaria has been a huge problem among many developing nations over the past century. The amount of people in the entire world that die from malaria each year is between 700,000 and 2.7 million. 75% of these deaths are African children (Med. Letter on CDC & FDA, 2001). 90% of the malaria cases in the world are located in Sub-Saharan Africa. Once again, the majority of these deaths are of children (Randerson, 2002). The numbers speak for themselves. Malaria is a huge problem and needs to be dealt with immediately.

Ninety percent of all malaria deaths occur in sub-Saharan Africa, which is the location and region of where this issue affects. In a concentrated effort to treat malaria since 2000, 700 million cases have been stopped in Africa, bringing the number of cases down by almost fifty percent. This pleasant news is the result of human interaction. Since the introduction of bed nets, malaria death rates have dropped by sixty percent, saving six million lives. All this progress has to be credited to the scientists who got notified by their respective countries when deaths constantly occur in a certain area through communication. Shortly after getting notified, the researchers travel to sub-Saharan Africa, which requires movement, to analyze the situation

Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease caused by a parasite. Widespread regional and international efforts to address Malaria began in the 1940s and 1950s, and strategies have evolved over time. From the early 1950s until 1978, Malaria was eliminated in parts of North America and Europe. A pandemic that was once common is now, for all purposes, non-existent in those same regions due to implementation of effective health care systems and strong economics. However, Malaria is still prevalent in resource poor countries, causing significant morbidity and mortality ("The Global Malaria Epidemic"). In 2010 an estimated 219 million cases of malaria occurred worldwide and 660,000 people died. Papua New Guinea (PNG) is a developing country in the South Pacific with approximately seven million people in the South Pacific. It

It has been estimated that 609 million people in Africa are at risk of having malaria (Mabaso et al 2007, p. 35). Almost 34% of the populations in Zambia live in endemic risk areas, while 48% of the populations are in epidemic risk (Guerra et al., 2008, p.54; WHO

In areas where malaria thrives, human populations have been known to suffer in its clutches. Malaria is a tropical disease that causes thousands of deaths worldwide. However, a majority of malaria cases and deaths occur in Sub-Saharan Africa. The prevalence of malaria in African countries places a heavy burden on its people and affects all aspects of society. Considered both a consequence and a fundamental cause of poverty, malaria has a host of negative effects that hinder the growth and well-being of the African population.

Despite the significant gains made in reducing malaria in Ghana, this disease remains a major public heath

von Seidlein L et al. discusses the changes in malaria incidence recorded at a single site in Africa over 25 years, along with future implications for disease prevention.

Insecticide-treated nets have been experimented in Africa and have proved to be successful in completely cutting the threat of malaria within Africa by 50% (NFL 3). The fact that even a single percept is dropping in the threat of malaria is reason enough to allow such an innovation to be implemented against the disease in Africa. However, to implement insecticide-treated nets, it is also important to ensure that such nets are distributed without corruption or biased opinions within the region (Jr. 13). Once this method is applied, no matter how costly it may prove to be, it is sure to cure the repeated and drastic problem of

Why is malaria becoming more prevalent in Nairobi and in the Amazonian Indian villages? (4 points)

Roll Back Malaria (RBM) (2001) Report on the Zambia Roll Back Malaria base line. Ministry of Health, Zambia.///////////////////////////////////////////

Malaria, an infectious disease caused by a parasite is known as a mosquito-borne disease that can severely cause a threat to humans. From the discovery of malaria in 1880 to its most current description, malaria is a serious matter that has been dealt with for years. Malaria affects humans and is related to the environment in a way that it is a disease spread through mosquito contact with other organisms such as humans. Even though humans are greatly affected by the disease it can also affect animals and spread even more from contact with infected mosquitos. The disease is widespread, affecting more than 100 countries and experienced in more parts than in others. It has been an epidemic that has been dealt with globally. The effects of malaria affect the economy and well-being of certain communities such as African communities. It takes experience and research from outside countries in order to confront this disease, thus it contributes to our shrinking world. Humans being most affected, other species are also in danger from the widespread disease, killing off animals and humans alike. This essay examines the background and history of malaria, most importantly its influence towards African communities, and how malaria has historically grown up to date and has affected human populations. Furthermore, future innovations that are being taken into account to fight malaria.