Malaria symptoms mimic COVID-19: Zweli Mkhize
Health Minister, Zweli Mkhize says COVID-19 has complicated public health issues and other concerns like malaria.
"What is key for the public to realize is that malaria symptoms may very well mimic COVID-19 symptoms. It is therefore imperative that when one experiences flu-like symptoms that one seeks medical attention as soon as possible," he says.
Mkhize addressed a webinar on SADC Malaria Day this morning, under the theme, "Community Involvement is Key to Achieving Zero Malaria."
He says it's critical that patients take note of their signs and symptoms. He's been speaking in his capacity as the newly-appointed chairperson of the Elimination 8 Health Minister’s Council.
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"Mitigation measures for malaria and COVID-19. Whilst we encourage closing windows at night and the use of fans or air-conditioning for malaria, the opposite is encouraged for COVID-19."
"That is, to ensure the elimination of COVID-19 particles in the air, we encourage opening windows to allow drafts of fresh air in closed spaces and we totally discourage the use of fans or air-conditioners in enclosed spaces," he said.
