Month Wise frequency of Malaria during 2023-2024 in Hyderabad, Sindh, Pakistan

Abstract

The study highlights the occurrence of Plasmodium species in Hyderabad as malaria that is a major public health concern in Pakistan. The aim of this study is to conclude the trends of malaria cases in Hyderabad, Sindh. It will also notice the burden of Plasmodium species on monthly basis. In this research, the data were collected from January 2023 to December 2024 from Hyderabad Sindh. Data was analyzed by using SPSS-27. This study found that Plasmodium vivax cases showed clear dominance however Plasmodium falciparum and mixed cases also contributed to total malaria burden. The highest prevalence of cases was noticed in August to October. Not a single case of Plasmodium malariae and Plasmodium ovale were detected.  In Hyderabad Sindh, the maximum number of the cases was carried out by Plasmodium vivax. The most important way to prevent malaria is by giving awareness through pamphlets or by conducting seminars. It can also be prevented by Spraying, wearing protective clothes, screening doors and windows.