Paludisme

Malaria

Malaria is an infectious disease caused by a parasite of the genus Plasmodium and transmitted to humans through the bite of mosquitoes of the genus Anopheles. Some cases are notifiable.

Our missions

  • Monitoring notifiable diseases, including malaria

  • Promote malaria prevention measures for travelers to endemic areas

  • Educating healthcare professionals

In brief

Videos, infographics, key statistics, expert interviews… Find the latest news and key information on malaria here

Malaria-related deaths in France, 2005–2014

Severe imported Plasmodium falciparum malaria, France, 1996–2003

Malaria in France: Mainland and overseas territories