WHO guidelines on malaria treatment

The World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines for malaria treatment stress the importance of early diagnosis and prompt treatment with effective antimalarial medications. For uncomplicated malaria, artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACTs) are recommended as they are both safe and effective. Severe malaria, which requires immediate medical attention, is treated with injectable antimalarial drugs. The guidelines also highlight the need to monitor and manage potential drug resistance. Prevention efforts, including using mosquito nets and insecticides, are emphasized to reduce malaria transmission. Overall, timely intervention and comprehensive care are crucial in managing malaria effectively.