Caught falciparum malaria last year after flying in Africa for ten years
Never took any pills but always careful to cover up in the evening and never ventured out into the bush
When I got it I had disregarded my natural instincts left the city for a trip on the river didn't cover up in the evening Within ten days I was in Hospital
Worst illness I have ever had would not wish it on anyone But believe if you take the right precautions as dbb states maybe you dont need the pills
In the end it is your call