The observed or calculated probability of the occurrence of an event, Xâe.g., toxic exposure, infection, etc.âin a population relative to its exposure to a specific hazard or pathogen. Absolute risk is risk stated without any context whatsoever.
Malaria is a serious infection. It is common in tropical countries such as parts of Africa, Asia and South America. Malaria is a disease caused by a parasite called Plasmodium that lives in mosquitoes.
A malaria map provides travellers with an indication of which countries are malaria risk areas, from moderate to high risk. Whether you are worried that you might get malaria in South Africa, Kenya, India or Latin America, the risk varies from region to region.