The Worst Epidemics Throughout History

Parasite Bite

A bite from a malaria-infected mosquito could mean life or death, so many children sleep under insecticide tents that can protect them from the disease at night. During the day they cover-up and wear insect repellent. Those who contract malaria usually experience "malaria attacks" which is described as shivering, chills, high fever, sweating, nausea, fatigue, and sometimes vomiting.  

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