[header] How to prevent malaria [title] Determine whether you're at risk. [step] If you're traveling to a country with high rates of malaria, it's important to take precautions. Malaria is preventable if you take the right medication before, during, and after exposure to dangerous mosquitoes. 
The following regions are high-risk : [substeps] Africa central and south america parts of caribbean asia, eastern europe, and the south pacific [title] Schedule a doctor's appointment. [step] If you are visiting one of these places, schedule an appointment with your doctor six weeks in advance of your trip.