ShittuOluwashola77/-MALARIA-OUTBREAK_77-.

Malaria remains a significant global health challenge, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. In 2023 , there were an estimated 263 million malaria cases worldwide, with 597,000 deaths reported⁽¹⁾. The WHO African Region bears the highest burden, accounting for 94% of malaria cases and 95% of malaria-related deaths . # PREVALENCE OF MALARIA OUTBREAK IN NIGERIA :test_tube: ) Malaria continues to be a significant cause of death in Nigeria, affecting individuals of all ages, from children to adults. The outbreak of malaria is influenced by various factors, including temperature, humidity, stagnant water, and an unkempt environment. I presented a comprehensive dashboard on the prevalence of malaria outbreaks in Nigeria. The first visualization on the left side of your screen indicates that malaria outbreaks are more common in rural areas compared to urban areas. In the rural regions, we recorded 50.6% of malaria outbreaks, whereas urban regions accounted for 49.4%. This data strongly suggests that malaria is more prevalent in rural areas, even though it impacts both urban and rural populations alike. The second visualization illustrates the relationship between humidity and malaria outbreaks. A significant 50.3% of respondents indicated that high humidity is a factor contributing to malaria, while 49.97% believe that low humidity also plays a role. This reinforces the conclusion that humidity is a primary driver of malaria outbreaks. ## Read More :green_book: