10 Countries That Have Serious Malaria Warnings

Myanmar (Burma)

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Low-lying rural areas of Myanmar are at high risk for malaria. Travelers are urged to be prepared ahead of time by getting medication and taking it during the trip. Some drugs have been proven to resist certain strains of malaria. There is broad resistance to chloroquine and in a few areas, mefloquine helps people resist the disease. Particularly in the provinces of Bago, Kachin, Kayah, Shan, and Tanintharyi atovaquone-proguanil or doxycycline are recommended.

China

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Health experts recommend travelers remain up-to-date on vaccines when planning trips to China even though there is currently low risk for malaria in most areas. People there should also avoid mosquito bites and may be required to take medicine before and during the trip if plans include a lot of outdoor time and sleeping outside. Like all areas with some risk, purchasing travel insurance is also highly recommended.

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