Malaria: Preparing for World Cup Travelers (W6004)-Malaria: Preparing for World Cup Travelers, Additional Resources

Malaria: Preparing for World Cup Travelers, Additional Resources

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This document provides a comprehensive overview of malaria's global impact, diagnostic methods, and local resources relevant to healthcare providers, especially in Georgia, USA.<br /><br />The World Malaria Report 2025, published by WHO, outlines the ongoing global burden of malaria. For diagnosis, several laboratory tests are highlighted, including microscopic examination of blood films—a traditional gold standard, detailed on CDC resources. Advances such as new image analysis techniques for thick blood smears improve diagnostic accuracy. Rapid diagnostic tools like the BinaxNOW Malaria Test offer quick, point-of-care testing options.<br /><br />Molecular detection via PCR is crucial for species confirmation, with CDC’s DPDx team providing testing support. Healthcare providers can submit blood smears or samples to the CDC and consult infectious disease experts through a dedicated telediagnosis service or 24/7 clinical support by malaria clinicians. Submission protocols and contact emails are provided.<br /><br />Local public health laboratory testing capabilities in Georgia are referenced, along with official resources for disease reporting, ensuring timely surveillance and management of malaria cases.<br /><br />Additional relevant information includes considerations for malaria exposure risks linked to international events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted across Canada, Mexico, and the USA.<br /><br />For training purposes, a CDC online course “Malaria 101 for the Healthcare Provider” is available, offering continuing education credits to enhance provider knowledge in diagnosis and treatment.<br /><br />Contact details for Georgia’s Department of Public Health malaria specialists are included to facilitate communication and support.<br /><br />In summary, this resource offers essential guidance on malaria diagnosis, reporting, and clinical support, integrating global, national, and local perspectives to optimize malaria control and management.

Keywords

malaria

diagnosis

World Malaria Report 2025

CDC resources

microscopic examination

BinaxNOW Malaria Test

PCR molecular detection

Georgia public health laboratories

malaria surveillance

CDC Malaria 101 course