Children who survive severe malaria may experience long-term cognitive impairment and reduced academic achievement.

Children who survive severe malaria may face long-term cognitive impairment and decreased academic achievement for years after infection (JAMA). Findings show children with a history of cerebral malaria or severe malarial anemia, two of the most severe forms of malaria,

Cerebral malaria and severe malarial anemia are the most common forms of malaria. Previous research has shown that both cerebral malaria and severe malarial anemia are associated with cognitive impairment up to two years after initial illness.