Is Malaria a disease of affluence?

No, malaria is not a disease of affluence. It is a mosquito-borne infectious disease that is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions around the world, particularly in poor and rural areas. Malaria is a major public health problem and a leading cause of death in many developing countries. It affects millions of people annually, primarily in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The disease is caused by Plasmodium parasites transmitted through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes.