Malaria news

Here are some recent news articles and updates on malaria:

Global Malaria News

• According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there were 228 million cases of malaria reported in 2019, resulting in 405,000 deaths. This represents a decline of 18% in cases and 22% in deaths since 2010. (Source: WHO, March 2020)
• The WHO has launched a new initiative to eliminate malaria in 35 countries by 2030. The initiative aims to reduce malaria cases and deaths by 90% in these countries. (Source: WHO, March 2020)
• The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria has announced a new funding model to support malaria control efforts in 30 countries. The model aims to increase funding and improve coordination between governments, donors, and implementing partners. (Source: Global Fund, April 2020)

Regional Malaria News

• In Africa, where the majority of malaria cases and deaths occur, there has been a decline in malaria cases and deaths in recent years. However, the continent still accounts for 94% of all malaria cases and 94% of all malaria deaths worldwide. (Source: WHO, March 2020)
• In India, which accounts for 7% of all malaria cases worldwide, there has been a decline in malaria cases and deaths in recent years. However, the country still reports over 1 million cases of malaria annually. (Source: WHO, March 2020)
• In Southeast Asia, where malaria is a significant public health problem, there has been a decline in malaria cases and deaths in recent years. However, the region still reports over 1 million cases of malaria annually. (Source: WHO, March 2020)

Research and Development News

• Researchers have made significant progress in developing a new malaria vaccine, RTS,S, which has been shown to be effective in preventing malaria in children. The vaccine is currently being rolled out in several African countries. (Source: The Lancet, March 2020)
• Scientists have discovered a new species of malaria parasite, Plasmodium cynomolgi, which is found in monkeys and has the potential to infect humans. This discovery highlights the need for continued research and surveillance to detect and respond to emerging malaria threats. (Source: Science, April 2020)
• Researchers have developed a new diagnostic tool for malaria, which uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to quickly and accurately diagnose the disease. This tool has the potential to improve malaria diagnosis and treatment in resource-limited settings. (Source: Nature Medicine, April 2020)

Funding and Partnerships News

• The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has announced a new funding commitment of $1.6 billion over the next five years to support malaria control efforts in Africa. (Source: Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, March 2020)
• The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced a new partnership with the Global Fund to support malaria control efforts in 30 countries. (Source: USAID, April 2020)
• The European Union has announced a new funding commitment of €100 million to support malaria control efforts in Africa. (Source: European Union, April 2020)

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