"Maryland Reports First Locally Acquired Malaria Case in 40 Years"

Maryland has reported its first locally acquired case of malaria in 40 years, with the patient not having traveled outside the United States. This follows a recent increase in locally acquired cases in Texas and Florida. Malaria, a mosquito-borne disease caused by a parasite, can have severe symptoms such as high fever, chills, and fatigue. Prevention measures include wearing protective clothing, using insect repellents, and taking preventive medication when traveling to areas where malaria is common. Malaria is still relatively rare in the United States, and deaths can be prevented with treatment.