Malaria prevention focuses on reducing the risk of infection from the Plasmodium parasite, which is transmitted through the bites of infected Anopheles mosquitoes. Effective strategies include using insecticide-treated bed nets, indoor spraying with insecticides, and eliminating standing water where mosquitoes breed. Additionally, taking preventive medications, known as chemoprophylaxis, can help protect individuals traveling to areas where malaria is common. Public health initiatives also promote awareness and education about symptoms and the importance of seeking treatment promptly to reduce the spread of the disease.