Malaria prevention guidance for travellers

Last updated: 23/01/2025

Malaria remains an important issue for UK travellers who are at risk when visiting malaria endemic areas. Read more about how to support travellers at increased risk of severe disease, including pregnant women or young children.

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Who is this resource for?

This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

What will this resource give me?

advice on guidelines to access across England, Wales or Northern Ireland
national guidance websites offering further information on malaria prevention
risks of malaria and infection rates among friends and relatives
links to downloading a malaria report form and accessing risk assessment forms
advice for travellers over the winter holiday period.

Resource last reviewed

15 Mar 2024

Resource lead

Jessica Turner

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Who is this resource for?

This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

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Last updated: 23/01/2025