Monday, September 25, 2017

Scientists warn new "super malaria" in SE Asia poses alarming global threat

If you're planning a trip to South East Asia, you may want to reconsider your itinerary. An evolved form of malaria which is resistant to anti-malaria medication is spreading at an "alarming global rate," according to scientists. The parasite was first documented in Cambodia but quickly migrated to other regions. Researchers predict mass casualties should the "super malaria" spread to Africa, where over 90 percent of cases occur. The “super malaria” is more dangerous than the original...

from Inhabitat - Green Design, Innovation, Architecture, Green Building http://inhabitat.com/scientists-warn-new-super-malaria-in-se-asia-poses-alarming-global-threat
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