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New Jersey Reports First Malaria Case Since 1991

8/20/2025

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A Morris County resident in New Jersey has contracted malaria, the first case since 1991.
Health officials are investigating the source, noting no recent international travel by the individual.
Acting Health Commissioner Jeff Brown stated the risk is low but advised residents to take mosquito bite precautions.
Malaria symptoms may appear 7-30 days post-infection and include fever, chills, and nausea.
New Jersey sees approximately 100 travel-associated malaria cases each year, with summer being peak mosquito season.

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Story summary

A Morris County resident in New Jersey has contracted malaria, the first case since 1991.
Health officials are investigating the source, noting no recent international travel by the individual.
Acting Health Commissioner Jeff Brown stated the risk is low but advised residents to take mosquito bite precautions.
Malaria symptoms may appear 7-30 days post-infection and include fever, chills, and nausea.
New Jersey sees approximately 100 travel-associated malaria cases each year, with summer being peak mosquito season.