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What are the precautions taken to eradicate malaria?

Following precautions need to be taken to avoid malaria:

● Stagnation of water needs to be avoided because stagnant water provides favorable environment to the mosquitoes to grow.


● Mosquito nets should be used to prevent entry of mosquitoes.


● Mosquito repelling sprays should be sprayed from time to time.


● Mosquito avoiding creams should be applied to the body before going to sleep and should wear full sleeves cloth.


● Doors and windows need to be closed in the evening time in order to avoid entry of mosquitoes.


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