South Sudan: There has been a noted increase in the number of malaria cases in Warrap State

The Director General of Kuajok hospital, Dr. Ring Chiman, says six people have died from malaria this month alone.

Chiman blames the increase on the pools of water that serve as breeding grounds for the malaria causing mosquitoes.

Ring Chiman: “It is so obvious to us that this is because of the water. From the rainy season, there is water sitting everywhere so mosquitoes they multiply in great numbers – in millions, if not in billions. People get bitten by mosquitoes that are infected. To prevent this, people need to sleep under mosquito nets. Don’t stay exposed. If you don’t feel well, report early – don’t wait until you’re bed ridden before you seek health care.”