Millions at risk from drug-resistant malaria in Africa.
Resistance to crucial malaria drug detected in severely ill kids in Africa
Detection of artemisinin resistance in African children with severe malaria heightens treatment concerns and may alter medical guidelines.
Europe's medical schools to give more training on diseases linked to climate crisis
Medical schools in Europe will integrate climate impact education into their curricula to prepare future doctors for emerging health challenges related to climate change.
Malaria Is Surging in Ethiopia, Reversing a Decade of Progress Against the Disease
Malaria infection rates are increasing dramatically in Ethiopia due to various compounding factors, including armed conflict and climate change.
The dramatic story of a malaria survivor: Two weeks in a coma, 37 operations and both legs amputated
Rodriguez's experience illustrates the life-threatening consequences of neglecting preventive healthcare measures against malaria while traveling in high-risk areas.
Warning of 'suitcase' infections driving spread of malaria
Cases of 'suitcase' malaria are rising in Europe, with a significant increase noted over the last five years.
Urgent action needed as malaria resists key drug
Millions at risk from drug-resistant malaria in Africa.
Resistance to crucial malaria drug detected in severely ill kids in Africa
Detection of artemisinin resistance in African children with severe malaria heightens treatment concerns and may alter medical guidelines.
Europe's medical schools to give more training on diseases linked to climate crisis
Medical schools in Europe will integrate climate impact education into their curricula to prepare future doctors for emerging health challenges related to climate change.
Malaria Is Surging in Ethiopia, Reversing a Decade of Progress Against the Disease
Malaria infection rates are increasing dramatically in Ethiopia due to various compounding factors, including armed conflict and climate change.
The dramatic story of a malaria survivor: Two weeks in a coma, 37 operations and both legs amputated
Rodriguez's experience illustrates the life-threatening consequences of neglecting preventive healthcare measures against malaria while traveling in high-risk areas.
Warning of 'suitcase' infections driving spread of malaria
Cases of 'suitcase' malaria are rising in Europe, with a significant increase noted over the last five years.
Historic': Egypt declared malaria free by the World Health Organization
Egypt's certification as malaria-free marks a significant historical achievement in global health, despite millions of cases still prevalent worldwide.
New types of mosquito bed nets could cut malaria risk by up to half, trial finds
Dual-insecticide-treated mosquito nets reduce malaria transmission by 20-50% in African countries with high endemicity, offering hope in combating the disease.
Historic': Egypt declared malaria free by the World Health Organization
Egypt's certification as malaria-free marks a significant historical achievement in global health, despite millions of cases still prevalent worldwide.
New types of mosquito bed nets could cut malaria risk by up to half, trial finds
Dual-insecticide-treated mosquito nets reduce malaria transmission by 20-50% in African countries with high endemicity, offering hope in combating the disease.
Bill Gates talks climate change, AI-and whether billionaires should exist
Bill Gates emphasizes the critical role of young activists in addressing climate change and highlights the importance of innovative technology in combating environmental issues.
Bloomberg
Artificial intelligence is being used to map and predict the spread of malaria.
AI can help identify high-risk areas and allocate resources effectively.
Bill Gates talks climate change, AI-and whether billionaires should exist
Bill Gates emphasizes the critical role of young activists in addressing climate change and highlights the importance of innovative technology in combating environmental issues.
Bloomberg
Artificial intelligence is being used to map and predict the spread of malaria.
AI can help identify high-risk areas and allocate resources effectively.
The World's First Malaria Vaccine Program for Children Starts Now
Cameroon has started rolling out routine childhood immunizations using a malaria vaccine called RTS,S or Mosquirix.
The hope is that this vaccine rollout will help relieve the burden of malaria on the country's health care system.
Malaria child vaccination campaign kicks off in Cameroon DW 01/22/2024
Cameroon has started a mass vaccination campaign against malaria, the first country to do so outside of clinical trials.
The vaccine being used is called Mosquirix, or RTS,S, produced by GlaxoSmithKline.
Malaria child vaccination campaign kicks off in Cameroon DW 01/22/2024
Cameroon has launched a vaccination campaign against malaria, becoming the first country outside of clinical trials to implement such a campaign.
The vaccine being used is Mosquirix, or RTS,S, produced by GlaxoSmithKline, and it has been recognized as efficient and recommended by the World Health Organization.
The World's First Malaria Vaccine Program for Children Starts Now
Cameroon has started rolling out routine childhood immunizations using a malaria vaccine called RTS,S or Mosquirix.
The hope is that this vaccine rollout will help relieve the burden of malaria on the country's health care system.
Malaria child vaccination campaign kicks off in Cameroon DW 01/22/2024
Cameroon has started a mass vaccination campaign against malaria, the first country to do so outside of clinical trials.
The vaccine being used is called Mosquirix, or RTS,S, produced by GlaxoSmithKline.
Malaria child vaccination campaign kicks off in Cameroon DW 01/22/2024
Cameroon has launched a vaccination campaign against malaria, becoming the first country outside of clinical trials to implement such a campaign.
The vaccine being used is Mosquirix, or RTS,S, produced by GlaxoSmithKline, and it has been recognized as efficient and recommended by the World Health Organization.
Malaria-free Cape Verde a 'beacon of hope' DW 01/15/2024
Cape Verde has been declared malaria-free, becoming the third African nation to achieve this status after Mauritius and Algeria.
The elimination of malaria in Cape Verde is expected to have a positive impact on tourism by attracting more visitors and removing constraints on mobility.
Cape Verde becomes fourth African country to eliminate malaria
Cape Verde becomes the fourth African country to eliminate malaria.
The country's success is attributed to free treatment and testing, surveillance of mosquito breeding sites, and commitment from the government and people.
Malaria-free Cape Verde a 'beacon of hope' DW 01/15/2024
Cape Verde has been declared malaria-free, becoming the third African nation to achieve this status after Mauritius and Algeria.
The elimination of malaria in Cape Verde is expected to have a positive impact on tourism by attracting more visitors and removing constraints on mobility.
Cape Verde becomes fourth African country to eliminate malaria
Cape Verde becomes the fourth African country to eliminate malaria.
The country's success is attributed to free treatment and testing, surveillance of mosquito breeding sites, and commitment from the government and people.
Big city mosquitoes are a big problem and now a big target
Construction sites are providing nurseries for malaria-carrying mosquitoes, posing a threat to urban areas in Africa.
Increased construction activity is giving mosquitoes like Anopheles stephensi a foothold to survive year-round.
Climate crisis a substantial risk' to fight against malaria, says WHO
Climate change poses a major threat to the fight against malaria, with evidence suggesting that extreme weather events and rising temperatures have led to spikes in cases.
Mosquitoes, which carry the disease, thrive in warm and humid conditions that are increasing due to global warming.
Urgent actions to slow global warming are needed to ensure sustainable and resilient malaria responses.