The impact of climate change on malaria transmission and the need for new preventative strategies

Weng, Jonathan Jonas (2025) The impact of climate change on malaria transmission and the need for new preventative strategies. World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 21 (3). 099-106. ISSN 2582-5542

Malaria remains one of the leading causes of illness and death in sub-Saharan Africa, and its transmission is increasingly influenced by climate change. This paper reviews current literature on the relationship between climate change and malaria transmission, focusing on how shifting weather patterns, such as increased rainfall and temperature fluctuations, affect mosquito populations and disease spread. The analysis indicates that climate change is likely to expand malaria’s geographic range, putting more populations at risk. This study also explores existing malaria prevention strategies, assessing their effectiveness in the face of these environmental changes. Based on these findings, new preventive measures, such as climate-adaptive vector control techniques and region-specific vaccine deployment, are recommended to combat the growing threat of malaria. The results emphasize the need for interdisciplinary approaches combining public health, climate science, and policy to mitigate the impacts of climate change on malaria transmission.