Expecting infection? Preventing malaria and anaemia during pregnancy

Expecting infection? Preventing malaria and anaemia during pregnancy

Expecting infection? Preventing malaria and anaemia during pregnancy

In malaria endemic areas, pregnant women are more likely to be infected with malaria than other adults, particularly during the first pregnancy. They may not have symptoms of malaria, but infection can lead to severe anaemia and low birthweight, increasing maternal and infant mortality. What can health services do to lower the risk for pregnant women?

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