Malaria
1-2 days before travelling to Uganda we start taking Malaria tablets, these are then taken all the days we are in Uganda and for a period on our return.
We will also be protecting ourselves from Malaria by ensuring we sleep under Mosquito Nets that are properly tucked in.
Some people however are not so lucky.
The African region accounts for 85% of Malaria cases worldwide, and 90% of Malaria deaths. 85% of Malaria deaths occur in children under 5 years old and every 30 seconds a child dies from Malaria.
Comic Relief has played a big part in supporting the purchase of Malaria nets for populations in more remote areas and ensuring that they are used correctly.
When we are in Uganda we may see first hand the effects of Malaria as well as other diseases which effect Africa. Our hope is that Comic Relief and other charities keep working to see the continued reduction of Malaria cases and fatalities.
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