Malaria

A couple of weeks ago I was started to feel very tired and developed a bad headache with an upset stomach. I thought that it was probably just the flu, but the symptoms kept returning, so last week I went in for a malaria test. It turns out that I have Malaria. Don't worry, it is just a mild case. Only 2 parasites per 200 white blood cells.


Here is my diagnosis and prescription for the anti-malaria medication. Notice how it is written on torn piece of notebook paper.

Here is the doctor, his examining room, and his lab. He was very proud of his microscope and was happy to let me take a picture after diagnosing me with malaria. I bought the best malaria medication available in Tanzania. Unfortunately my insurance doesn't work down here so I had to pay the $5 for the medication out of pocket - that is less than my copay for medications back in the States.