Malaria Surveillance & Case Investigation Best Practices

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At a glance

The information in this section provides best practices for health departments to consider as part of their usual activities to investigate malaria cases. It includes case definitions, classifying disease acquisition, laboratory confirmation information, case investigation and patient interview recommendations, and more. There is also a list of various resources to assist in these efforts.

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National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)
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Published: June 4, 2024
Updated: June 4, 2024

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