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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        The malaria outbreak in Zimbabwe has significantly impacted the population, resulting in a high number of cases and fatalities. Key impacts include: <ul><li>Over 260,000 malaria cases reported by May 2020</li><li>246 deaths due to malaria</li><li>220% increase in cases compared to the same period in the previous year</li><li>Highest number of cases in Mashonaland East and Central provinces</li><li>Significant strain on health facilities</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        To combat malaria, individuals should take the following steps:<ul><li>Use insect repellent on exposed skin</li><li>Sleep under insecticide-treated bed nets</li><li>Ensure windows and doors are screened, or stay indoors during peak mosquito activity</li><li>Seek prompt medical attention if malaria symptoms occur</li><li>Avoid stagnant water where mosquitoes breed</li></ul>Incorrect behaviors to avoid include ignoring early symptoms and not using preventative measures.
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        In preparation for a malaria outbreak, an emergency kit should include:<ul><li>Insect repellent</li><li>Insecticide-treated bed nets</li><li>Antimalarial medications</li><li>First aid supplies</li><li>Clean water and food supplies</li><li>Protective clothing such as long sleeves and pants</li></ul>
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Zimbabwe reports over 260,000 malaria cases and 246 deaths by May 2020, with highest impacts in Mashonaland East and Central provinces.

Zimbabwe Faces Major Malaria Outbreak in 2020

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Zimbabwe is experiencing a significant increase in malaria cases since March 2020. By May, the number of malaria cases exceeded 260,000 with nearly 250 deaths recorded. The most affected regions are Mashonaland East and Central provinces, with a 220% increase in cases compared to the same period in 2019. The outbreak has been steadily worsening, with health facilities continuing to report new cases.

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