CAIE A Level Biology 9700 · Infectious diseases

Infectious diseases: describe question

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A remote coastal village in a tropical region experiences a high incidence of malaria. The village is surrounded by stagnant water bodies that serve as breeding sites for Anopheles mosquitoes. Most residents cannot afford insecticide-treated bed nets, and there is limited access to healthcare. Many villagers work as fishermen and are active during dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active. Describe the biological and social factors that should be considered in the prevention and control of malaria in this village.

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