A systematic review of the factors associated with malaria infection among forest rangers

Malaria is a vector-borne disease that initially manifests as fever, headache, and chills. The illness could progress to more severe conditions, including lethargy, impaired consciousness, convulsions, shortness of breath, blood in urine, jaundice, and haemorrhage if left untreated. The risk of cont...

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Main Authors: Dapari, Rahmat, Mohd Yusop, Muhamad Zazali Fikri, Chinnasamy, Dharsshini, Zakaria, Nurul Izati, Mohd Shoaib, Siti Munisah, Edros, Mohd Erfan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science 2024
Online Access:http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/115584/
http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/115584/1/115584.pdf
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Summary:Malaria is a vector-borne disease that initially manifests as fever, headache, and chills. The illness could progress to more severe conditions, including lethargy, impaired consciousness, convulsions, shortness of breath, blood in urine, jaundice, and haemorrhage if left untreated. The risk of contracting malaria is considerably heightened in specific occupational settings, particularly among forest rangers, following frequent exposure to natural habitats. Consequently, advancing the understanding of malaria and emphasising how specific occupational environments (including those of forest rangers) contribute to disease risk and management is imperative.