The Changing Epidemiology of Malaria in Minnesota
Author Information
Author(s): Scott A. Seys, Jeff B. Bender
Primary Institution: Minnesota Department of Health
Hypothesis
This study examined the changing epidemiology of imported malaria in Minnesota from 1988 to 1998.
Conclusion
Malaria cases in Minnesota increased significantly, especially among refugees and immigrants, highlighting the need for improved screening and education.
Supporting Evidence
- Malaria cases reported increased from 5 in 1988 to 76 in 1998.
- 44% of malaria cases were hospitalized.
- 20% of cases did not have Plasmodium species identified.
Takeaway
More people are getting malaria in Minnesota, especially those who come from other countries, so we need to be better at checking for it and teaching people about it.
Methodology
The study included all reported malaria cases in Minnesota from 1988 to 1998, using standardized surveillance forms to collect demographic and clinical data.
Limitations
Data on 95 cases were not available, and species identification was not determined for 20% of cases.
Participant Demographics
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Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.005
Statistical Significance
p<0.005
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