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Peter Raywood

Name:
Peter Raywood

Age when contracted malaria:
44

Occupation:
Semi-retired

Where did he contract the disease:
Nigeria

Type of travel:
Business

Situation:
44-year-old Peter was working in Nigeria for over two years. Eventually Peter took to living as a local in his temporary home and met a woman whom he later married. Two weeks after his wedding Peter became ill, and was diagnosed with malaria.

Outcome:
Peter was ill for two weeks with malaria. He suffered from severe exhaustion, fever, headache, and a rapid heart-rate and regrets becoming complacent and comfortable in his surroundings. Since becoming infected with malaria, Peter has felt constantly weak. He now advises everyone to seek advice from a health care professional and to comply with any recommendations given.



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