Presumptive Treatment of Malaria in Ghana: Was It Ever Useful? Evidence from the Kassena-Nankana District of Northern Ghana.

Michael N K BabayaraBright Addo

Published in: Malaria research and treatment (2018)

Nearly half (46%) of the subjects in this study presented with symptoms but had no malaria. Presumptive treatment of malaria may therefore be useful in situations where diagnostic tests are not readily available, its routine practice should however not be encouraged.

Keyphrases

plasmodium falciparum
healthcare
primary care
south africa
depressive symptoms
combination therapy
physical activity
sleep quality