Malaria - The Case of Italy and Its Global Impact

Explore the profound impact of malaria on human history, biology, and society in this 50-minute lecture from Yale University's "Epidemics in Western Society Since 1600" course. Delve into the complex relationships between malaria and genetic diseases like sickle-cell anemia, and examine how the disease has shaped human evolution. Investigate the scope of malaria's global impact, its etiology, and symptomatology, while understanding its intricate connection to poverty and economic development. Learn about the mosquito theory of transmission and discover how malaria has influenced the divide between the global North and South. Gain insights into the challenges of eradicating this persistent disease that has caused immense human suffering throughout history.