Recent malaria outbreak in the USA: Risk of and response to malaria reintroduction in non-endemic regions

Abstract

The emergence of locally transmitted Plasmodium vivax malaria in Florida from May to July 2023 underscores the persistent threat of malaria reintroduction in non-endemic regions. The increasing instances of imported malaria associated with international travel, alongside the existence of competent local vectors, emphasize the critical need for public health authorities in non-endemic countries to remain vigilant and well-prepared to sustain a malaria-free status.