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Implementing a quality-assured genomic data and sample collection system

This project seeks to support decision-making related to malaria control and elimination in Mozambique by monitoring the genetic markers of the Plasmodium falciparum parasite.

Developing a data-to-action culture

To reach elimination, Mozambique is making a concerted effort to scale up its malaria surveillance activities by creating a data-to-action culture for malaria programme management.

Implementing a large-scale community digital health platform

The upSCALE digital health platform has been developed to improve quality and coverage of health services at the community level in Mozambique.

Strengthening surveillance for data-informed malaria control activities

This learning brief explores the general surveillance strengthening activities carried out during the first year of implementation of our three-year project Strengthening Malaria Surveillance for Data-driven Decision-making in Mozambique.

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22/09/2022 Project brief Implementação de um sistema de recolha de amostras e dados genômicos de qualidade assegurada em Moçambique Os dados genômicos — ou seja, os dados de ADN dos organismos — constituem um importante complemento à vigilância de rotina. 22/09/2022 Os dados genômicos — ou seja, os dados de ADN dos organismos — constituem um importante complemento à vigilância de rotina.

02/09/2022 Learning brief Using the role model approach to improve malaria prevention and control: Lessons from Ethiopia We sought to improve understanding and uptake of malaria interventions by implementing the role model approach in selected target districts in Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples’ Region. 02/09/2022 We sought to improve understanding and uptake of malaria interventions by implementing the role model approach in selected target districts in Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples’ Region.

01/09/2022 Learning brief Desenvolver uma cultura de acções baseadas em dados em Moçambique: Lições do segundo ano de implementação de actividades de vigilância para o controlo da malária Para a sua eliminação, o país está a concentrar esforços para intensificar as suas actividades de controlo da malária. 01/09/2022 Para a sua eliminação, o país está a concentrar esforços para intensificar as suas actividades de controlo da malária.

15/08/2022 Project brief Implementing a quality-assured genomic data and sample collection system in Mozambique This project seeks to support decision-making related to malaria control and elimination in Mozambique by monitoring the genetic markers of the Plasmodium falciparum parasite. 15/08/2022 This project seeks to support decision-making related to malaria control and elimination in Mozambique by monitoring the genetic markers of the Plasmodium falciparum parasite.

12/08/2022 Synopsis Exploring the use of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in South Sudan The study seeks to understand the feasibility, acceptability and effectiveness of SMC in South Sudan, determine the chemoprevention efficacy of SMC medicines, and explore scalability of SMC in other states. 12/08/2022 The study seeks to understand the feasibility, acceptability and effectiveness of SMC in South Sudan, determine the chemoprevention efficacy of SMC medicines, and explore scalability of SMC in other states.

09/08/2022 Learning paper Implementação de uma plataforma de saúde digital comunitária em grande escala em Moçambique: Lições aprendidas com a upSCALE A plataforma de saúde digital upSCALE foi desenvolvida para melhorar a qualidade e a cobertura dos serviços de saúde comunitários. 09/08/2022 A plataforma de saúde digital upSCALE foi desenvolvida para melhorar a qualidade e a cobertura dos serviços de saúde comunitários.

26/07/2022 Learning paper Implementing a large-scale community digital health platform in Mozambique: Lessons learnt from upSCALE The upSCALE digital health platform has been developed to improve quality and coverage of health services at the community level in Mozambique. 26/07/2022 The upSCALE digital health platform has been developed to improve quality and coverage of health services at the community level in Mozambique.

21/07/2022 Learning brief Developing a data-to-action culture in Mozambique: Lessons learnt from the second year of implementing surveillance activities for malaria control To reach elimination, Mozambique is making a concerted effort to scale up its malaria surveillance activities by creating a data-to-action culture for malaria programme management. 21/07/2022 To reach elimination, Mozambique is making a concerted effort to scale up its malaria surveillance activities by creating a data-to-action culture for malaria programme management.

13/07/2022 Position statement Vaccines: The cornerstone of disease burden reduction Infectious diseases are the leading cause of death of under-fives globally and are responsible for nearly half of all child deaths annually. Immunisation against these illnesses is one of the… 13/07/2022 Infectious diseases are the leading cause of death of under-fives globally and are responsible for nearly half of all child deaths annually. Immunisation against these illnesses is one of the most effective means of preventing their spread and severity.

12/07/2022 Project brief Determining the malaria burden and long-term complications following SARS-CoV-2 infection Our study is taking place in Ethiopia and Uganda and explores the relationship between past SARS-CoV-2 infection and malaria risk. 12/07/2022 Our study is taking place in Ethiopia and Uganda and explores the relationship between past SARS-CoV-2 infection and malaria risk.

22/06/2022 Project brief Monitoring and evaluating insecticide-treated net campaigns in Nigeria: Assessing the impact of net campaigns in Ondo and Anambra states We are collaborating with the National Malaria Elimination Programme and the State Malaria Elimination Programme to implement a universal coverage insecticide-treated nets replacement campaign. 22/06/2022 We are collaborating with the National Malaria Elimination Programme and the State Malaria Elimination Programme to implement a universal coverage insecticide-treated nets replacement campaign.

16/06/2022 Journal article The private sector market for malaria rapid diagnostic tests in Nigeria: Results of the 2018 market survey Increasing household knowledge of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) may aid increasing demand, while subsidised RDTs may address supply and price issues, the study found. 16/06/2022 Increasing household knowledge of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) may aid increasing demand, while subsidised RDTs may address supply and price issues, the study found.

06/06/2022 Journal article Surveillance as a core intervention to strengthen malaria control programmes in moderate to high transmission settings New tools are needed for malaria control, and recent improvements in malaria surveillance have opened the possibility of transforming surveillance into a core intervention. 06/06/2022 New tools are needed for malaria control, and recent improvements in malaria surveillance have opened the possibility of transforming surveillance into a core intervention.

31/05/2022 Technical brief Monitoria e avaliação da quimioprevenção sazonal da malária utilizando uma abordagem baseada num quadro lógico Malaria Consortium levou a cabo extensas avaliações dos aspectos operacionais do programa da quimioprevenção sazonal da malária, fontes e métodos de recolha de dados, assim como avaliou os quadros conceptuais… 31/05/2022 Malaria Consortium levou a cabo extensas avaliações dos aspectos operacionais do programa da quimioprevenção sazonal da malária, fontes e métodos de recolha de dados, assim como avaliou os quadros conceptuais do impacto dos programas de saúde.

26/05/2022 Technical brief Suivi et évaluation de la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier par l’approche du cadre logique Malaria Consortium a réalisé une analyse détaillée des aspects opérationnels du programme chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier, des sources de données et des méthodes de collecte, ainsi qu’un examen des cadres… 26/05/2022 Malaria Consortium a réalisé une analyse détaillée des aspects opérationnels du programme chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier, des sources de données et des méthodes de collecte, ainsi qu’un examen des cadres conceptuels de l’impact des programmes de santé.

23/05/2022 Capacity statement Malaria Consortium Asia In Asia, we provide technical assistance and consulting services that shape and strengthen national and international health policies, strategies and systems, and develop local capacity. 23/05/2022 In Asia, we provide technical assistance and consulting services that shape and strengthen national and international health policies, strategies and systems, and develop local capacity.

27/04/2022 Advocacy brief Maximising resources for healthcare: Integrating vitamin A supplementation with seasonal malaria chemoprevention We recommend to scale up an integrated vitamin A supplementation and SMC campaign to address coverage gaps, increase equitable access and reduce under-five mortality in Nigeria. 27/04/2022 We recommend to scale up an integrated vitamin A supplementation and SMC campaign to address coverage gaps, increase equitable access and reduce under-five mortality in Nigeria.

25/04/2022 Annual review Malaria Consortium’s seasonal malaria chemoprevention program: Philanthropy report 2021 This report summarises achievements and challenges in areas where Malaria Consortium used philanthropic funding for SMC. 25/04/2022 This report summarises achievements and challenges in areas where Malaria Consortium used philanthropic funding for SMC.

21/04/2022 Learning brief Integrating seasonal malaria chemoprevention and vitamin A supplementation: Lessons learnt from Nigeria Integrating delivery of vitamin A supplementation into the seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in Bauchi state, Nigeria, was feasible, occurred minimal incremental cost, and was accepted by implementers and communities. 21/04/2022 Integrating delivery of vitamin A supplementation into the seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in Bauchi state, Nigeria, was feasible, occurred minimal incremental cost, and was accepted by implementers and communities.

12/04/2022 Capacity statement Social and behaviour change We implement evidence-based malaria SBC activities to promote community engagement, combat targeted diseases, improve public health outcomes and promote universal health coverage across Africa and Asia. 12/04/2022 We implement evidence-based malaria SBC activities to promote community engagement, combat targeted diseases, improve public health outcomes and promote universal health coverage across Africa and Asia.

30/03/2022 Capacity statement Capacity development We see capacity development as a tailored, collaborative process that strengthens the ability of individuals and organisations to contribute to the improved performance of health systems. 30/03/2022 We see capacity development as a tailored, collaborative process that strengthens the ability of individuals and organisations to contribute to the improved performance of health systems.

26/03/2022 Project brief Optimising a digitised community health toolkit in Buikwe, Uganda: Improving equitable healthcare access through digital technologies Digital health offers a means of bringing affordable, quality health services to those living in hard-to-reach areas and can also facilitate real-time access to health information and data for informed… 26/03/2022 Digital health offers a means of bringing affordable, quality health services to those living in hard-to-reach areas and can also facilitate real-time access to health information and data for informed decision-making.

14/03/2022 Insight brief Insights from implementing the first seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in Mozambique Between November 2020 and February 2021, we implemented four monthly seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) cycles in Nampula province. This is the first time SMC has been implemented in Mozambique. 14/03/2022 Between November 2020 and February 2021, we implemented four monthly seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) cycles in Nampula province. This is the first time SMC has been implemented in Mozambique.

11/03/2022 Project brief Building resilient communities in South Sudan: Improving access to integrated healthcare in flood-affected communities through static and mobile clinics in Aweil South We are targeting a combined 32,889 internally displaced persons, returnees and the host population in flood-affected areas of Aweil South county to close the gap in access to health facilities. 11/03/2022 We are targeting a combined 32,889 internally displaced persons, returnees and the host population in flood-affected areas of Aweil South county to close the gap in access to health facilities.

03/03/2022 Learning brief Improving malaria surveillance through existing community structures: Lessons learnt from Ethiopia Existing community structures, such as health extension workers and the health development army, play a pivotal role in improving malaria detection and surveillance in Ethiopia. 03/03/2022 Existing community structures, such as health extension workers and the health development army, play a pivotal role in improving malaria detection and surveillance in Ethiopia.

01/03/2022 Journal article Extending delivery of seasonal malaria chemoprevention to children aged 5–10 years in Chad: A mixed-methods study This study was conducted in Massaguet health district in Hadjer Lamis province, where SMC has been implemented since 2015. 01/03/2022 This study was conducted in Massaguet health district in Hadjer Lamis province, where SMC has been implemented since 2015.

12/02/2022 Journal article The impact of the private sector co-payment mechanism on the private market for ACT in Nigeria: Results of the 2018 cross-sectional outlet and household market surveys The supply of rapid diagnostic tests and artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) medicines needs to be synchronised to prevent high levels of ACT misuse in Nigeria, the study found. 12/02/2022 The supply of rapid diagnostic tests and artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) medicines needs to be synchronised to prevent high levels of ACT misuse in Nigeria, the study found.

04/02/2022 Technical brief Monitoring and evaluating seasonal malaria chemoprevention using a logical framework approach Malaria Consortium has developed a comprehensive framework for monitoring and evaluating seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) programmes. 04/02/2022 Malaria Consortium has developed a comprehensive framework for monitoring and evaluating seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) programmes.

03/02/2022 Capacity statement Malaria Consortium Uganda In Uganda, we demonstrate pioneering work in integrated community case management, social behaviour change and community engagement. 03/02/2022 In Uganda, we demonstrate pioneering work in integrated community case management, social behaviour change and community engagement.

02/02/2022 Project brief upSCALE: Reforçar a saúde móvel em Moçambique Desde 2016, Malaria Consortium tem sido o principal parceiro de implementação de um sistema digital de informação de saúde comunitária, designado upSCALE, que tem como objetivo melhorar a qualidade dos… 02/02/2022 Desde 2016, Malaria Consortium tem sido o principal parceiro de implementação de um sistema digital de informação de saúde comunitária, designado upSCALE, que tem como objetivo melhorar a qualidade dos cuidados prestados pelos agentes polivalentes elementares.

26/01/2022 Project brief Supporting Uganda’s Malaria Reduction and Elimination Strategy (SUMRES): Working towards malaria-free districts in Uganda The project aims to reduce malaria prevalence and tackle common illnesses by implementing integrated community case management and other vector control measures. 26/01/2022 The project aims to reduce malaria prevalence and tackle common illnesses by implementing integrated community case management and other vector control measures.

25/01/2022 Learning brief Edutainment as a vehicle for malaria-related behavior change: Lessons learnt from Uganda This malaria-related social behavior change intervention project in Uganda successfully applies strategies that focus on gender norms and perceptions regarding men to positively impact on the health outcomes of whole… 25/01/2022 This malaria-related social behavior change intervention project in Uganda successfully applies strategies that focus on gender norms and perceptions regarding men to positively impact on the health outcomes of whole communities.

10/01/2022 Project brief upSCALE: Strengthening mobile health in Mozambique We have been the key implementing partner of a scaled digital community health information system called upSCALE, it supports improving the quality of care provided by community health workers. 10/01/2022 We have been the key implementing partner of a scaled digital community health information system called upSCALE, it supports improving the quality of care provided by community health workers.

16/12/2021 Project brief Improving vitamin A coverage through co-implementation with seasonal malaria chemoprevention: Applying an effective, integrated health campaign in Nigeria This study aims to generate evidence to support decision-making on integrating vitamin A supplementation into seasonal malaria chemoprevention at scale and in diverse settings in Nigeria. 16/12/2021 This study aims to generate evidence to support decision-making on integrating vitamin A supplementation into seasonal malaria chemoprevention at scale and in diverse settings in Nigeria.

10/12/2021 Project brief Améliorer l’accès à la prise en charge des cas de paludisme pour les populations touchées par le conflit au Cameroun Le project se concentrera sur une intervention côté demande pour améliorer le comportement de recours aux soins et l’adoption des services et la qualité du diagnostic et traitement du paludisme… 10/12/2021 Le project se concentrera sur une intervention côté demande pour améliorer le comportement de recours aux soins et l’adoption des services et la qualité du diagnostic et traitement du paludisme par les agents de santé communautaires.

09/12/2021 Synopsis Optimising the role of lead mothers during the seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in Kano state, Nigeria: A mixed-methods study With this study, we aim to develop, implement and evaluate an intervention to optimise the role of lead mothers, women who promote health activities in their communities, as part of… 09/12/2021 With this study, we aim to develop, implement and evaluate an intervention to optimise the role of lead mothers, women who promote health activities in their communities, as part of the SMC campaign in northern Nigeria.

04/12/2021 Journal article Does anthropogenic introduction of guppy fish (Poecilia reticulata) impact faunal species diversity and abundance in natural aquatic habitats?: A systematic review protocol The objective of this study is to assess, by systematic review, the potential impact on the diversity and abundance of faunal species by anthropogenic introduction of guppy fish. 04/12/2021 The objective of this study is to assess, by systematic review, the potential impact on the diversity and abundance of faunal species by anthropogenic introduction of guppy fish.

04/12/2021 Journal article Determinants of malaria testing at health facilities: The case of Uganda This study's findings underscore the need for malaria control programmes to provide regular supportive supervision to health facilities and train health workers in the use of rapid diagnostic testing. 04/12/2021 This study's findings underscore the need for malaria control programmes to provide regular supportive supervision to health facilities and train health workers in the use of rapid diagnostic testing.

30/11/2021 Infographic Webinar: Taking seasonal malaria chemoprevention to new geographies In our webinar we are exploring if seasonal malaria chemoprevention can be deployed in areas in Africa outside the Sahel where malaria transmission is seasonal. 30/11/2021 In our webinar we are exploring if seasonal malaria chemoprevention can be deployed in areas in Africa outside the Sahel where malaria transmission is seasonal.

30/11/2021 Infographic Webinaire: Déployer la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier dans de nouvelles régions Comprendre les changements dans la résistance à la SP dans les cas de paludisme symptomatique pour déterminer l’impact à court terme sur le profil de résistance au paludisme. 30/11/2021 Comprendre les changements dans la résistance à la SP dans les cas de paludisme symptomatique pour déterminer l’impact à court terme sur le profil de résistance au paludisme.

30/11/2021 Infographic Webinar: Levar a quimioprevenção sazonal da malária a novas geografias Compreender as mudanças na resistência à SP em casos sintomáticos de malária para determinar o impacto a curto prazo no perfil de resistência à malária. 30/11/2021 Compreender as mudanças na resistência à SP em casos sintomáticos de malária para determinar o impacto a curto prazo no perfil de resistência à malária.

22/11/2021 Journal article Health management information system (HMIS) data quality and associated factors in Massaguet district, Chad A cross-sectional study was conducted in 14 health facilities in Massaguet district. Data on children under 15 years were obtained from the HMIS and from the external patient register covering… 22/11/2021 A cross-sectional study was conducted in 14 health facilities in Massaguet district. Data on children under 15 years were obtained from the HMIS and from the external patient register covering the period January–December 2018.

22/11/2021 Annual review Estratégia do Malaria Consortium 2021–2025 Estamos dispostos a trabalhar em temas complexos, em cenários complexos. Sabemos que é impossível aplicar umaabordagem única e adaptamo-nos às circunstâncias locais. Temos uma vontade permanente de investigar, melhorar, adaptar… 22/11/2021 Estamos dispostos a trabalhar em temas complexos, em cenários complexos. Sabemos que é impossível aplicar umaabordagem única e adaptamo-nos às circunstâncias locais. Temos uma vontade permanente de investigar, melhorar, adaptar e aperfeiçoar.

22/11/2021 Annual review Stratégie de Malaria Consortium 2021–2025 Nous sommes désireux de travailler sur des problèmes et dans des environnements complexes. Nous savons qu’il n’existe pas de réponse toute faite et nous nous adaptons aux circonstances locales. Nous… 22/11/2021 Nous sommes désireux de travailler sur des problèmes et dans des environnements complexes. Nous savons qu’il n’existe pas de réponse toute faite et nous nous adaptons aux circonstances locales. Nous sommes animés d’un désir constant de recherche, d’amélioration et d’adaptation.

21/11/2021 Presentation Results from a mixed-methods study in two states in Nigeria to assess the adherence to COVID-19 infection prevention and control measures during delivery of SMC This study aims to explore community distributors' adherence to infection prevention control practices for seasonal malaria chemoprevention during COVID-19 in Nigeria. 21/11/2021 This study aims to explore community distributors' adherence to infection prevention control practices for seasonal malaria chemoprevention during COVID-19 in Nigeria.

20/11/2021 Poster Feasibility, acceptability and protective effectiveness of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Uganda Seasonal malaria chemoprevention with SPAQ is feasible, acceptable and demonstrates good protective effectiveness against malaria morbidity in the Karamoja region. 20/11/2021 Seasonal malaria chemoprevention with SPAQ is feasible, acceptable and demonstrates good protective effectiveness against malaria morbidity in the Karamoja region.

20/11/2021 Poster Impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention on the prevalence of malaria infection in malaria indicator surveys in Burkina Faso and Nigeria The impact of SMC can be seen in malaria infection prevalence data collected through regular household surveys. 20/11/2021 The impact of SMC can be seen in malaria infection prevalence data collected through regular household surveys.

20/11/2021 Presentation Seasonal malaria chemoprevention: Results from Mozambique implementation study 2020–2021 This presentation gives an overview of the Mozambique seasonal malaria chemoprevention implementation (SMC) study. 20/11/2021 This presentation gives an overview of the Mozambique seasonal malaria chemoprevention implementation (SMC) study.

20/11/2021 Presentation Improving quality and use of malaria surveillance data: Results from evaluating the effectiveness and acceptability of a new integrated malaria information storage system in selected districts in Mozambique Systematic assessments identified a need for an integrated malaria surveillance system in Mozambique. 20/11/2021 Systematic assessments identified a need for an integrated malaria surveillance system in Mozambique.

19/11/2021 Learning brief Assessing the effect of the ‘zooming-in’ approach to improve malaria-related indicators: Lessons learnt from Uganda Innovative communication approaches such as the ‘zooming-in’ approach can yield exceptional results when accorded sufficient time for implementation, follow-up visits, mentorship and coaching. 19/11/2021 Innovative communication approaches such as the ‘zooming-in’ approach can yield exceptional results when accorded sufficient time for implementation, follow-up visits, mentorship and coaching.

17/11/2021 Presentation Impact of current malaria infection and previous malaria exposure on clinical profiles and outcomes of COVID-19 in a high malaria transmission setting: A prospective cohort study This study was conducted to better characterise COVID-19 in a high malaria transmission setting and to determine the burden/describe the clinical impact of SARS-CoV-2 and malaria co-infection. 17/11/2021 This study was conducted to better characterise COVID-19 in a high malaria transmission setting and to determine the burden/describe the clinical impact of SARS-CoV-2 and malaria co-infection.

17/11/2021 Presentation Improving SP-IPTi by increasing numbers of doses and testing alternative strategies to EPI delivery channels In Nigeria, malaria remains a public health challenge: Nigeria contributes about 25 percent to the global burden, with children and pregnant women most affected. 17/11/2021 In Nigeria, malaria remains a public health challenge: Nigeria contributes about 25 percent to the global burden, with children and pregnant women most affected.

16/11/2021 Poster Improving vitamin A coverage through integration with seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Nigeria Seasonal malaria chemoprevention is a viable platform to improve vitamin A coverage and access among children under five in low- and middle-income countries. 16/11/2021 Seasonal malaria chemoprevention is a viable platform to improve vitamin A coverage and access among children under five in low- and middle-income countries.

16/11/2021 Poster Factors predicting adherence to day two and day three seasonal malaria chemoprevention administration in four Sahelian countries Home visits by lead mothers and sensitisation about SMC dates and medicines can enhance caregiver adherence to administration of amodiaquine. 16/11/2021 Home visits by lead mothers and sensitisation about SMC dates and medicines can enhance caregiver adherence to administration of amodiaquine.

16/11/2021 Poster The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on essential malaria services in northern Uganda Supporting health facilities in Uganda to adhere to COVID-19 preventive measures was essential to deliver malaria services effectively. 16/11/2021 Supporting health facilities in Uganda to adhere to COVID-19 preventive measures was essential to deliver malaria services effectively.

16/11/2021 Poster Exploring a role model approach to improve caregiver administration of seasonal malaria chemoprevention drugs to children under five in Burkina Faso, Chad and Togo The role model approach provides valuable insights to support improved caregiver administration of seasonal malaria chemoprevention drugs. 16/11/2021 The role model approach provides valuable insights to support improved caregiver administration of seasonal malaria chemoprevention drugs.

16/11/2021 Poster Fighting against malaria: The case of the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative Malaria Action Program for Districts Malaria health service delivery and mortality and morbidity indicators improved in MAPD-supported implementation districts. 16/11/2021 Malaria health service delivery and mortality and morbidity indicators improved in MAPD-supported implementation districts.

16/11/2021 Poster Adaptation of rapid multi-objective LQAS surveys in Burkina Faso, Chad, Nigeria, Mozambique and Togo to drive improvements in SMC delivery Lot quality assurance sampling (LQAS) was successfully used to rapidly improve use of data and facilitate decision-making for programme improvements in SMC-implementing countries. 16/11/2021 Lot quality assurance sampling (LQAS) was successfully used to rapidly improve use of data and facilitate decision-making for programme improvements in SMC-implementing countries.

16/11/2021 Poster Cross-sectional assessment of heterogeneity of malaria prevalence among children 0–13 years in three malaria endemic subregions of Uganda Malaria prevalence among children in Uganda is highly heterogeneous. 16/11/2021 Malaria prevalence among children in Uganda is highly heterogeneous.

09/11/2021 Annual review Malaria Consortium Strategy 2021–2025 We work on complex issues in complex places. We adapt to local circumstances and bring a constant desire to research, improve, adapt and refine, accepting that no one has a… 09/11/2021 We work on complex issues in complex places. We adapt to local circumstances and bring a constant desire to research, improve, adapt and refine, accepting that no one has a monopoly on good ideas.

28/10/2021 Research brief Explorar a implementação da quimioprevenção sazonal da malária em Moçambique A quimioprevenção sazonal da malária foi distribuída pela primeira vez em Moçambique, em 2020–2021, alcançando uma alta cobertura de famílias e crianças elegíveis. 28/10/2021 A quimioprevenção sazonal da malária foi distribuída pela primeira vez em Moçambique, em 2020–2021, alcançando uma alta cobertura de famílias e crianças elegíveis.

25/10/2021 Journal article Impact of current malaria infection and previous malaria exposure on the clinical profiles and outcome of COVID-19 in a high malaria transmission setting: A prospective cohort study Our COVID-19 and malaria co-infection study found that low previous malaria exposure was associated with severe or critical COVID-19 and adverse outcomes in a high burden malaria setting. 25/10/2021 Our COVID-19 and malaria co-infection study found that low previous malaria exposure was associated with severe or critical COVID-19 and adverse outcomes in a high burden malaria setting.

15/10/2021 Project brief Improving access to malaria case management for conflict-affected populations in Cameroon To improve the quality of malaria diagnosis and treatment that community health workers provide in Cameroon, we will focus on an intervention to enhance healthcare-seeking behaviour and service uptake. 15/10/2021 To improve the quality of malaria diagnosis and treatment that community health workers provide in Cameroon, we will focus on an intervention to enhance healthcare-seeking behaviour and service uptake.

15/10/2021 Project report A mixed-methods study to assess the quality of infection prevention and control measures during delivery of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Sokoto and Kano states, northern Nigeria The purpose of this study is to determine adherence to, and perceptions of, infection prevention and control measures which need to be adhered to when delivering SMC during the COVID-19… 15/10/2021 The purpose of this study is to determine adherence to, and perceptions of, infection prevention and control measures which need to be adhered to when delivering SMC during the COVID-19 pandemic.

11/10/2021 Synopsis Utiliser l’approche du modèle de comportement afin d’améliorer l’administration de médicaments pour la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier au Burkina Faso, au Tchad et au Togo Depuis 2013, Malaria Consortium est l’un des principaux acteurs de la mise en œuvre de la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier. Nous avons aidé des programmes nationaux de lutte contre le… 11/10/2021 Depuis 2013, Malaria Consortium est l’un des principaux acteurs de la mise en œuvre de la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier. Nous avons aidé des programmes nationaux de lutte contre le paludisme dans tout le Sahel.

28/09/2021 Newsletter Septembro 2021 Surveillance malaria newsletter Moçambique Este boletim informativo actualiza sobre uma iniciativa implementada pelo Malaria Consortium em parceria com o Ministério da Saúde, financiada pela Fundação Bill e Melinda Gates, com o objetivo de fortalecer… 28/09/2021 Este boletim informativo actualiza sobre uma iniciativa implementada pelo Malaria Consortium em parceria com o Ministério da Saúde, financiada pela Fundação Bill e Melinda Gates, com o objetivo de fortalecer o sistema de vigilância da malária em Moçambique.

28/09/2021 Newsletter September 2021 Surveillance malaria newsletter Mozambique This newsletter provides an update on an initiative implemented by Malaria Consortium in partnership with the Ministry of Health, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, with the aim… 28/09/2021 This newsletter provides an update on an initiative implemented by Malaria Consortium in partnership with the Ministry of Health, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, with the aim of strengthening the malaria surveillance system in Mozambique.

27/09/2021 Capacity statement Malaria Consortium Moçambique Malaria Consortium está empenhada em reduzir o fardo da malária e de outras doenças transmissíveis em Moçambique, especialmente aquelas que afectam as crianças com menos de cinco anos. 27/09/2021 Malaria Consortium está empenhada em reduzir o fardo da malária e de outras doenças transmissíveis em Moçambique, especialmente aquelas que afectam as crianças com menos de cinco anos.

24/09/2021 Capacity statement Malaria Consortium Cambodia Malaria Consortium has established itself as a leading technical research and implementing organisation in Cambodia, with a presence in the country since 2003. 24/09/2021 Malaria Consortium has established itself as a leading technical research and implementing organisation in Cambodia, with a presence in the country since 2003.

17/09/2021 Journal article Assessment of the feasibility, acceptability and impact of implementing seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Nampula Province, Mozambique: Protocol for a hybrid effectiveness-implementation study This study will provide a unique contribution to the evidence on the prevalence of SPAQ resistance in Mozambique and will inform future SMC implementation in Mozambique and other countries and… 17/09/2021 This study will provide a unique contribution to the evidence on the prevalence of SPAQ resistance in Mozambique and will inform future SMC implementation in Mozambique and other countries and potentially enhance the quality of SMC distribution.

09/09/2021 Synopsis Using the role model approach to improve administration of seasonal malaria chemoprevention drugs in Burkina Faso, Chad and Togo To adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic, caregivers administered three doses of the antimalarial drug SPAQ to minimise physical contact between community distributors and children. This synopsis looks at why this… 09/09/2021 To adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic, caregivers administered three doses of the antimalarial drug SPAQ to minimise physical contact between community distributors and children. This synopsis looks at why this approach was challenging for many caregivers.

09/09/2021 Journal article Development of weight and age-based dosing of daily primaquine for radical cure of vivax malaria The lack of pharmacokinetic data in young children with vivax malaria is a major evidence gap. The aim of this study was to develop 14-day weight-based and age-based primaquine regimens… 09/09/2021 The lack of pharmacokinetic data in young children with vivax malaria is a major evidence gap. The aim of this study was to develop 14-day weight-based and age-based primaquine regimens against high-frequency relapsing tropical Plasmodium vivax.

06/09/2021 Research brief Exploring the implementation of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Mozambique Seasonal malaria chemoprevention was delivered for the first time in Mozambique in 2020–2021, achieving very high coverage of households and eligible children. 06/09/2021 Seasonal malaria chemoprevention was delivered for the first time in Mozambique in 2020–2021, achieving very high coverage of households and eligible children.

31/08/2021 Project report Political economy analysis for malaria programming in Nigeria This political economy analysis focuses on gaining a better understanding of government stewardship, the prioritisation and allocation of public funding, decision-making processes in the health systems and the role of… 31/08/2021 This political economy analysis focuses on gaining a better understanding of government stewardship, the prioritisation and allocation of public funding, decision-making processes in the health systems and the role of the private sector.

31/08/2021 Project report Monitoring and improving inpatient malaria case management and health systems readiness in hospitals in Nigeria Malaria Consortium supported the implementation of new guidelines for the management of severe malaria cases in Nigeria through health systems strengthening activities. 31/08/2021 Malaria Consortium supported the implementation of new guidelines for the management of severe malaria cases in Nigeria through health systems strengthening activities.

31/08/2021 Project report SuNMaP 2’s approach to domestic resource mobilisation This technical brief outlines how the SuNMaP 2 programme strengthened efforts to mobilise sustainable domestic resources for malaria interventions in Nigeria by adapting the domestic resource mobilisation approach. 31/08/2021 This technical brief outlines how the SuNMaP 2 programme strengthened efforts to mobilise sustainable domestic resources for malaria interventions in Nigeria by adapting the domestic resource mobilisation approach.

27/08/2021 Research brief Faisabilité et acceptabilité de l’extension de la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier aux enfants de 5–10 ans Cette étude vise à comprendre les obstacles à la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier dans le district de Massaguet, au Tchad. 27/08/2021 Cette étude vise à comprendre les obstacles à la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier dans le district de Massaguet, au Tchad.

17/08/2021 Presentation USAID MAPD end of project sustainability and transition This presentation outlines the key messages from the closure of the MAPD project in Uganda. With MAPD support, the Ministry of Health has developed key malaria documentation, supported National Malaria… 17/08/2021 This presentation outlines the key messages from the closure of the MAPD project in Uganda. With MAPD support, the Ministry of Health has developed key malaria documentation, supported National Malaria Framework reviews and developed policy and guidelines.

17/08/2021 Presentation MAPD cross-cutting strategies This presentation outlines cross-cutting issues from the MAPD project in Uganda, highlighting the successes from the project, including improved malaria surveillance and use of data to target interventions including iCCM.… 17/08/2021 This presentation outlines cross-cutting issues from the MAPD project in Uganda, highlighting the successes from the project, including improved malaria surveillance and use of data to target interventions including iCCM.

17/08/2021 Presentation Effective malaria diagnosis and treatment activities implemented in support of the national malaria strategy This presentation outlines the approaches used within the USAID Malaria Action Program for Districts project in Uganda at central, district and community level in support of the national malaria strategy.… 17/08/2021 This presentation outlines the approaches used within the USAID Malaria Action Program for Districts project in Uganda at central, district and community level in support of the national malaria strategy.

17/08/2021 Presentation Effective malaria prevention programs implemented in support of the national malaria control strategy This presentation highlights effective malaria prevention programs implemented in support of the national malaria control strategy at central, district and community level as part of the USAID Malaria Action Program… 17/08/2021 This presentation highlights effective malaria prevention programs implemented in support of the national malaria control strategy at central, district and community level as part of the USAID Malaria Action Program for Districts.

10/08/2021 Project brief Reducing the malaria burden in Nigeria We are supporting Nigeria’s National Malaria Elimination Programme to deliver a set of interventions that are designed to develop capacity around reporting and case management within the public health system. 10/08/2021 We are supporting Nigeria’s National Malaria Elimination Programme to deliver a set of interventions that are designed to develop capacity around reporting and case management within the public health system.

10/08/2021 Journal article An assessment of the knowledge, practices and resources during the delivery of malaria health care services among private health care practitioners: A cross section study in the mid-western region of Uganda This study collected information on availability of treatment aides, knowledge on malaria, malaria case management, laboratory practices, malaria drugs stock and data management. We determined the proportion of health workers… 10/08/2021 This study collected information on availability of treatment aides, knowledge on malaria, malaria case management, laboratory practices, malaria drugs stock and data management. We determined the proportion of health workers that adequately provided malaria case management according to national standards.

22/07/2021 Journal article The role of adaptive surveillance as a core intervention to achieve malaria elimination A strong surveillance system is critical to implementing an efficient and effective malaria programme to monitor disease trends and optimise targeting of interventions to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination. 22/07/2021 A strong surveillance system is critical to implementing an efficient and effective malaria programme to monitor disease trends and optimise targeting of interventions to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination.

15/07/2021 Research brief Feasibility and acceptability of extending seasonal malaria chemoprevention to children aged 5–10 years This study aimed to understand the barriers to delivering seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Massaguet district, Chad, to children above 59 months. 15/07/2021 This study aimed to understand the barriers to delivering seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Massaguet district, Chad, to children above 59 months.

06/07/2021 Capacity statement Malaria Consortium Mozambique In Mozambique, we support the government’s efforts to develop functional malaria surveillance systems and provide decision-makers with the necessary evidence to effectively target malaria interventions. 06/07/2021 In Mozambique, we support the government’s efforts to develop functional malaria surveillance systems and provide decision-makers with the necessary evidence to effectively target malaria interventions.

02/07/2021 Journal article The effect of cattle-administered ivermectin and fipronil on the mortality and fecundity of Anopheles arabiensis Patton Endectocide drugs are effective against a range of internal nematodes parasites and blood-feeding arthropods. This study investigated the effect of two endectocides — injectable ivermectin and topical fipronil — on… 02/07/2021 Endectocide drugs are effective against a range of internal nematodes parasites and blood-feeding arthropods. This study investigated the effect of two endectocides — injectable ivermectin and topical fipronil — on the survival and fecundity of zoophilic Anopheles arabiensis.

01/07/2021 Learning brief Facilitando uma planificação baseada em evidências em Moçambique Para acelerar a eliminação da malária em Moçambique, um sistema de vigilância da malária funcional e responsivo é necessário para fornecer a inteligência necessária para alocar recursos e direcionar intervenções… 01/07/2021 Para acelerar a eliminação da malária em Moçambique, um sistema de vigilância da malária funcional e responsivo é necessário para fornecer a inteligência necessária para alocar recursos e direcionar intervenções de forma eficaz em todos os estratos de transmissão.

26/06/2021 Journal article Aedes species (Diptera: Culicidae) ecological and host feeding patterns in the north-eastern parts of South Africa, 2014–2018. Multiple mosquito species transmit pathogens to humans and animals. In this study, we used entomological surveillance in selected areas in the north-eastern parts of South Africa to assess mosquito diversity,… 26/06/2021 Multiple mosquito species transmit pathogens to humans and animals. In this study, we used entomological surveillance in selected areas in the north-eastern parts of South Africa to assess mosquito diversity, with special emphasis on the Aedes species.

18/06/2021 Learning brief Reforço da vigilância para actividades de controlo da malária baseadas em dados: Lições do primeiro ano de implementação em Moçambique As soluções de saúde digital ajudaram a superar os desafios logísticos, como aqueles decorrentes da pandemia, das condições meteorológicas adversas e da instabilidade política. 18/06/2021 As soluções de saúde digital ajudaram a superar os desafios logísticos, como aqueles decorrentes da pandemia, das condições meteorológicas adversas e da instabilidade política.

10/06/2021 Learning paper Mettre en œuvre des campagnes de masse pendant une pandémie: Enseignements tirés du soutien à la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier pendant la COVID-19 Malaria Consortium a soutenu des programmes de chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier au Burkina Faso, au Tchad, au Nigeria, au Togo et au Mozambique. 10/06/2021 Malaria Consortium a soutenu des programmes de chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier au Burkina Faso, au Tchad, au Nigeria, au Togo et au Mozambique.

10/06/2021 Learning paper Implementação de campanhas em massa durante uma pandemia: Lições do apoio à quimioprevenção sazonal da malária durante a COVID-19 Malaria Consortium apoiou a quimioprevenção sazonal da malária no Burquina Faso, Chade, Nigéria, Togo e Moçambique, beneficiando a mais de 12 milhões de crianças 3–59 meses. 10/06/2021 Malaria Consortium apoiou a quimioprevenção sazonal da malária no Burquina Faso, Chade, Nigéria, Togo e Moçambique, beneficiando a mais de 12 milhões de crianças 3–59 meses.

09/06/2021 Brochure Malaria Consortium Burkina Faso We are carrying out seasonal malaria chemoprevention programmes across Burkina Faso and are exploring the potential of digital solutions to strengthen health systems in the country. 09/06/2021 We are carrying out seasonal malaria chemoprevention programmes across Burkina Faso and are exploring the potential of digital solutions to strengthen health systems in the country.

09/06/2021 Brochure Malaria Consortium Burkina Faso Depuis 2015, nous soutenons le Programme National de Lutte contre le Paludisme dans le cadre du renforcement par étapes de la CPS, en assurant la couverture des 70 districts sanitaires… 09/06/2021 Depuis 2015, nous soutenons le Programme National de Lutte contre le Paludisme dans le cadre du renforcement par étapes de la CPS, en assurant la couverture des 70 districts sanitaires du Burkina Faso.

09/06/2021 Journal article Prevalence and seroprevalence of Plasmodium infection in Myanmar reveals highly heterogeneous transmission and a large hidden reservoir of infection The results of the first ever Myanmar Malaria Indicator Survey reveal programmatically important epidemiological findings not apparent in routine surveillance data. 09/06/2021 The results of the first ever Myanmar Malaria Indicator Survey reveal programmatically important epidemiological findings not apparent in routine surveillance data.

09/06/2021 Journal article Forced-egg laying method to establish F1 progeny from field populations and laboratory strains of Anopheles mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae) in Thailand Malaria control in Thailand relies mainly on vector control through the use of insecticide-treated nets, long-lasting insecticide nets and indoor residual spraying. This study explored the feasibility of using the… 09/06/2021 Malaria control in Thailand relies mainly on vector control through the use of insecticide-treated nets, long-lasting insecticide nets and indoor residual spraying. This study explored the feasibility of using the forced-egg laying method for producing F1 from seven Anopheles species.

07/06/2021 Journal article Reactive, self-administered malaria treatment against asymptomatic malaria infection: Results of a cluster randomised controlled trial in The Gambia Selectively targeting and treating malaria-infected individuals may further decrease parasite carriage in low-burden settings. Using a trans-disciplinary approach, a reactive treatment strategy to reduce prevalence in participating communities was co-developed… 07/06/2021 Selectively targeting and treating malaria-infected individuals may further decrease parasite carriage in low-burden settings. Using a trans-disciplinary approach, a reactive treatment strategy to reduce prevalence in participating communities was co-developed and tested.

02/06/2021 Project brief Chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier: Protéger les enfants de moins de cinq ans contre le paludisme durant les pics de transmission saisonniers En 2021, notre programme vise à atteindre 20 millions d’enfants au Burkina Faso, au Tchad, au Nigéria et au Togo. Nous poursuivrons nos recherches au Mozambique et lancerons une étude… 02/06/2021 En 2021, notre programme vise à atteindre 20 millions d’enfants au Burkina Faso, au Tchad, au Nigéria et au Togo. Nous poursuivrons nos recherches au Mozambique et lancerons une étude de même type en Ouganda.

02/06/2021 Project brief Quimioprevenção sazonal da malária: Proteger os menores de cinco anos contra a malária durante a época alta de transmissão Em 2021, o nosso programa tem como objectivo alcançar 20 milhões de crianças no Burquina Faso, Chade, Nigéria e Togo. Prosseguiremos a nossa investigação em Moçambique e iniciaremos um estudo… 02/06/2021 Em 2021, o nosso programa tem como objectivo alcançar 20 milhões de crianças no Burquina Faso, Chade, Nigéria e Togo. Prosseguiremos a nossa investigação em Moçambique e iniciaremos um estudo semelhante no Uganda.

02/06/2021 Synopsis Evaluating the feasibility, acceptability and protective effectiveness of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Karamoja, Uganda Karamoja region in northeast Uganda has the highest malaria incidence rate in the country. With our study, we aim to inform malaria decision-making and policy change and strengthen existing interventions… 02/06/2021 Karamoja region in northeast Uganda has the highest malaria incidence rate in the country. With our study, we aim to inform malaria decision-making and policy change and strengthen existing interventions to further reduce malaria morbidity and mortality.

29/05/2021 Journal article Report of the 2018 annual meeting of the Asia Pacific Malaria Elimination Network Vector Control Working Group: Harnessing skills and knowledge for malaria elimination across the Asia Pacific The 2018 Asia Pacific Malaria Elimination Network’s Vector Control Working Group annual meeting took place 3–5 September 2018 in Bangkok, Thailand. Highlights from the meeting are described in this report. 29/05/2021 The 2018 Asia Pacific Malaria Elimination Network’s Vector Control Working Group annual meeting took place 3–5 September 2018 in Bangkok, Thailand. Highlights from the meeting are described in this report.

28/05/2021 Capacity statement Malaria Consortium South Sudan In South Sudan, we collaborate with government and partners to support community-centred, evidence-based interventions that respond to changing conditions and the needs of individuals. 28/05/2021 In South Sudan, we collaborate with government and partners to support community-centred, evidence-based interventions that respond to changing conditions and the needs of individuals.

28/05/2021 Newsletter May 2021 Surveillance malaria newsletter Mozambique This newsletter provides an update on an initiative implemented by Malaria Consortium in partnership with the Ministry of Health, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, with the aim… 28/05/2021 This newsletter provides an update on an initiative implemented by Malaria Consortium in partnership with the Ministry of Health, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, with the aim of strengthening the malaria surveillance system in Mozambique.

28/05/2021 Newsletter Maio 2021 Surveillance malaria newsletter Moçambique Este boletim informativo actualiza sobre uma iniciativa implementada pelo Malaria Consortium em parceria com o Ministério da Saúde, financiada pela Fundação Bill e Melinda Gates, com o objetivo de fortalecer… 28/05/2021 Este boletim informativo actualiza sobre uma iniciativa implementada pelo Malaria Consortium em parceria com o Ministério da Saúde, financiada pela Fundação Bill e Melinda Gates, com o objetivo de fortalecer o sistema de vigilância da malária em Moçambique.

24/05/2021 Journal article The impact of malaria coinfection on Ebola virus disease outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis Infectious diseases including malaria can alter immune responses to secondary infection, like Ebola virus disease. Understanding how the malaria and Ebola virus interact is important for future outbreaks. 24/05/2021 Infectious diseases including malaria can alter immune responses to secondary infection, like Ebola virus disease. Understanding how the malaria and Ebola virus interact is important for future outbreaks.

20/05/2021 Learning brief Facilitating evidence-informed programming in Mozambique Our project to design and deploy a malaria information storage system in Mozambique supports the acceleration of malaria elimination. We worked with our partners to develop and provide the needed… 20/05/2021 Our project to design and deploy a malaria information storage system in Mozambique supports the acceleration of malaria elimination. We worked with our partners to develop and provide the needed intelligence to allocate resources and target interventions effectively.

13/05/2021 Project brief Seasonal malaria chemoprevention: Protecting children under five from malaria during peak transmission season In 2021, Malaria Consortium's SMC programme aims to reach 20 million children in Burkina Faso, Chad, Nigeria and Togo. We will continue our research in Mozambique and have started a… 13/05/2021 In 2021, Malaria Consortium's SMC programme aims to reach 20 million children in Burkina Faso, Chad, Nigeria and Togo. We will continue our research in Mozambique and have started a similar study in Uganda.

13/05/2021 Journal article Navigating the COVID-19 crisis to sustain community-based malaria interventions in Cambodia Malaria Consortium was able to provide continued care and support for mobile malaria workers and communities in Cambodia by conducting a COVID-19 rapid risk assessment and mitigation plan. 13/05/2021 Malaria Consortium was able to provide continued care and support for mobile malaria workers and communities in Cambodia by conducting a COVID-19 rapid risk assessment and mitigation plan.

29/04/2021 Learning paper Implementing mass campaigns during a pandemic: What we learnt from supporting seasonal malaria chemoprevention during COVID-19 Key learnings from supporting seasonal malaria chemoprevention implementation during the pandemic while following strict infection prevention and control guidelines, give invaluable insights that can inform future SMC implementation. 29/04/2021 Key learnings from supporting seasonal malaria chemoprevention implementation during the pandemic while following strict infection prevention and control guidelines, give invaluable insights that can inform future SMC implementation.

27/04/2021 Journal article Residual malaria transmission in select countries of Asia-Pacific region: Old wine in a new barrel Despite the contribution of insecticide-treated nets and indoor residual spraying for vector control, malaria persists, with a disproportionate impact in the Asia-Pacific region. This systematic review looks at… 27/04/2021 Despite the contribution of insecticide-treated nets and indoor residual spraying for vector control, malaria persists, with a disproportionate impact in the Asia-Pacific region. This systematic review looks at when and where residual malaria transmission is occurring.

19/04/2021 Capacity statement Malaria Consortium Ethiopia This country capacity statement details our work in Ethiopia, where we are tackling malaria, neglected tropical diseases and poor child health indicators through approaches including digital health solutions, cutting-edge research,… 19/04/2021 This country capacity statement details our work in Ethiopia, where we are tackling malaria, neglected tropical diseases and poor child health indicators through approaches including digital health solutions, cutting-edge research, vector control and social and behaviour change activities.

16/04/2021 Annual review Quantitative report on seasonal malaria chemoprevention supported by Malaria Consortium in 2020: Coverage and quality in Burkina Faso, Chad, Nigeria and Togo This report outlines methods employed by Malaria Consortium for monitoring coverage of its seasonal malaria chemoprevention programme and the quality of SMC delivery in 2020. 16/04/2021 This report outlines methods employed by Malaria Consortium for monitoring coverage of its seasonal malaria chemoprevention programme and the quality of SMC delivery in 2020.

16/04/2021 Annual review Malaria Consortium’s seasonal malaria chemoprevention program: Philanthropy report 2020 Malaria Consortium’s annual report on the use of philanthropic funding for seasonal malaria chemoprevention. 16/04/2021 Malaria Consortium’s annual report on the use of philanthropic funding for seasonal malaria chemoprevention.

31/03/2021 Project brief Reducing malaria morbidity in infants through intermittent preventive treatment in Nigeria This study will assess the clinical effectiveness and operational feasibility of intermittent preventive treatment in infants in Nigeria. It aims to generate the necessary evidence to support the intervention’s uptake… 31/03/2021 This study will assess the clinical effectiveness and operational feasibility of intermittent preventive treatment in infants in Nigeria. It aims to generate the necessary evidence to support the intervention’s uptake in the national health policy.

11/03/2021 Learning brief Strengthening surveillance for data-informed malaria control activities This learning brief explores the general surveillance strengthening activities carried out during the first year of implementation of our three-year project Strengthening Malaria Surveillance for Data-driven Decision-making in Mozambique. 11/03/2021 This learning brief explores the general surveillance strengthening activities carried out during the first year of implementation of our three-year project Strengthening Malaria Surveillance for Data-driven Decision-making in Mozambique.

04/03/2021 Learning brief Mass distribution of long lasting insecticidal nets during COVID-19 We implemented a range of timely and context-specific adaptions to ensure communities in Warrap state, South Sudan, continued to receive LLINs during the pandemic in 2020. 04/03/2021 We implemented a range of timely and context-specific adaptions to ensure communities in Warrap state, South Sudan, continued to receive LLINs during the pandemic in 2020.

01/03/2021 Journal article Does integrated community case management target health inequities and treatment delays? Evidence from an analysis of demographic and health surveys data from 21 countries in the period 2010 to 2018 We present information on the contribution community health workers (CHWs) are making to health care provision within selected countries, comparing CHWs with other health care providers and assessing the treatments… 01/03/2021 We present information on the contribution community health workers (CHWs) are making to health care provision within selected countries, comparing CHWs with other health care providers and assessing the treatments CHWs are providing.

26/02/2021 Learning brief Implementing a community-based approach to indoor residual spraying to improve acceptance, cost-effectiveness and efficiency Campaign-based indoor residual spraying (IRS) is a key strategy for malaria prevention, control and elimination in Ethiopia. With support from the James Percy Foundation, we helped implement a community-based IRS… 26/02/2021 Campaign-based indoor residual spraying (IRS) is a key strategy for malaria prevention, control and elimination in Ethiopia. With support from the James Percy Foundation, we helped implement a community-based IRS campaign in two districts between March 2019 and February 2021.

25/02/2021 Case study Strengthen community-based malaria services through improved planning and engagement across the health system Hear from stakeholders of the Strengthening community-based malaria prevention and surveillance project about the collaborative relationships they've developed through all levels of the health system to improve health outcomes for… 25/02/2021 Hear from stakeholders of the Strengthening community-based malaria prevention and surveillance project about the collaborative relationships they've developed through all levels of the health system to improve health outcomes for their communities...

25/02/2021 Journal article Geographical and temporal variation in reduction of malaria infection among children under five years of age throughout Nigeria Between 2010 and 2018, there were significant declines in prevalence in 25 of the states, most pronounced in the southern and north-central zones of the country, although slight reductions in… 25/02/2021 Between 2010 and 2018, there were significant declines in prevalence in 25 of the states, most pronounced in the southern and north-central zones of the country, although slight reductions in the more northern zones were also significant.

24/02/2021 Project brief Expanding mobile malaria services to hard-to-reach communities in northern Cambodia Through the RAI3E project, we are contributing to Cambodia's goal of eliminating Plasmodium falciparum by 2023 by supporting the continued delivery of effective malaria prevention and control services, especially to… 24/02/2021 Through the RAI3E project, we are contributing to Cambodia's goal of eliminating Plasmodium falciparum by 2023 by supporting the continued delivery of effective malaria prevention and control services, especially to hard-to-reach communities.

22/02/2021 Journal article Eliminating Plasmodium falciparum malaria: Results from tailoring active case detection approaches to remote populations in forested border areas in north-eastern Cambodia This case study presents a successful approach to implementing tailored active case detection strategies in forested border areas in north-eastern Cambodia. 22/02/2021 This case study presents a successful approach to implementing tailored active case detection strategies in forested border areas in north-eastern Cambodia.

15/02/2021 Case study Educating communities on malaria and COVID-19 prevention through radio messages Zenebech lives in a village in Boloso Sore district with her husband and three children. Zenebech and her family are Wolaita, an ethnic group in southern Ethiopia that make up… 15/02/2021 Zenebech lives in a village in Boloso Sore district with her husband and three children. Zenebech and her family are Wolaita, an ethnic group in southern Ethiopia that make up less than three percent of the population...

14/02/2021 Case study Training health extension workers on malaria outbreak detection Beletech is a Health Extension Worker in a rural district in The Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples’ Region (SNNPR), Ethiopia. As part of the Strengthening community-based malaria prevention and surveillance… 14/02/2021 Beletech is a Health Extension Worker in a rural district in The Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples’ Region (SNNPR), Ethiopia. As part of the Strengthening community-based malaria prevention and surveillance interventions project, she has undertaken training in malaria outbreak response...

29/01/2021 Journal article Seasonal malaria chemoprevention in the Sahel subregion of Africa: A cost-effectiveness and cost-savings analysis This study provides timely and important evidence on the cost, cost-effectiveness and potential cost savings of the first large-scale, multi-country seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign. 29/01/2021 This study provides timely and important evidence on the cost, cost-effectiveness and potential cost savings of the first large-scale, multi-country seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign.

25/01/2021 Capacity statement Saúde digital Acreditamos que a saúde digital é essencial para concretizar os nossos objetivos estratégicos, isto é, melhorar o acesso equitativo a um serviço de qualidade e aumentar a eficácia e eficiência… 25/01/2021 Acreditamos que a saúde digital é essencial para concretizar os nossos objetivos estratégicos, isto é, melhorar o acesso equitativo a um serviço de qualidade e aumentar a eficácia e eficiência dos sistemas de saúde.

19/01/2021 Journal article Assessment of COVID-19 information overload among the general public During COVID-19, false news and conspiracy theories were shared with the general public, which may lead to increased anxiety. This assessment sought to measure the level of COVID-19 information overload… 19/01/2021 During COVID-19, false news and conspiracy theories were shared with the general public, which may lead to increased anxiety. This assessment sought to measure the level of COVID-19 information overload and assess the sociodemographic characteristics among the public.

14/01/2021 Capacity statement La santé numérique Nous croyons que la santé numérique est essentielle pour atteindre nos objectifs stratégiques d’amélioration de l’accès équitable à des systèmes de gestion des cas de qualité et pour améliorer l’efficacité… 14/01/2021 Nous croyons que la santé numérique est essentielle pour atteindre nos objectifs stratégiques d’amélioration de l’accès équitable à des systèmes de gestion des cas de qualité et pour améliorer l’efficacité des systèmes de santé.

09/01/2021 Journal article Drug resistance markers within an evolving efficacy of anti-malarial drugs in Cameroon: A systematic review and meta-analysis (1998–2020) Malaria is highly endemic in Cameroon. This systematic review and meta analysis aimed to determine the prevalence and distribution of Plasmodium falciparum drug resistance markers within an evolving efficacy of… 09/01/2021 Malaria is highly endemic in Cameroon. This systematic review and meta analysis aimed to determine the prevalence and distribution of Plasmodium falciparum drug resistance markers within an evolving efficacy of anti-malarial drugs in Cameroon.

09/01/2021 Journal article New assessment of Anopheles vector species identification using MALDI-TOF MS Anopheles species identification is essential for an effective malaria vector control programme. To determine the body part of Anopheles mosquitoes best suited for the identification of field specimens, a mass… 09/01/2021 Anopheles species identification is essential for an effective malaria vector control programme. To determine the body part of Anopheles mosquitoes best suited for the identification of field specimens, a mass spectral library was generated.

07/01/2021 Journal article Challenges and strategies for conducting clinical research during the COVID-19 pandemic: Experiences from resource-limited settings Malaria Consortium recently initiated an observational case series study to assess the magnitude and clinical consequences of coinfection of COVID-19, malaria and other common infections. This study is being conducted… 07/01/2021 Malaria Consortium recently initiated an observational case series study to assess the magnitude and clinical consequences of coinfection of COVID-19, malaria and other common infections. This study is being conducted in eight COVID-19 treatment centres in Uganda.

23/12/2020 Capacity statement Malaria Consortium Myanmar In Myanmar, we have forged strong relationships with in-country and regional partners and government bodies, and offer a wealth of technical expertise drawn from our programmes and research. 23/12/2020 In Myanmar, we have forged strong relationships with in-country and regional partners and government bodies, and offer a wealth of technical expertise drawn from our programmes and research.

14/12/2020 Journal article COVID-19 knowledge, beliefs, prevention behaviours and misinformation in the context of an adapted seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in six northern Nigerian states In response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, we adapted our seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) delivery model to ensure safety of distributors, data collectors and communities. Our SMC programme was a… 14/12/2020 In response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, we adapted our seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) delivery model to ensure safety of distributors, data collectors and communities. Our SMC programme was a conduit for high-quality public health messages.

05/12/2020 Journal article Effectiveness of seasonal malaria chemoprevention at scale in west and central Africa: An observational study This study evaluates the ACCESS-SMC project, which sought to remove barriers to SMC scale-up in seven countries in 2015–2016. These results represent the first large-scale evaluation of SMC implemented by… 05/12/2020 This study evaluates the ACCESS-SMC project, which sought to remove barriers to SMC scale-up in seven countries in 2015–2016. These results represent the first large-scale evaluation of SMC implemented by national programmes, and provide evidence of impact on malaria deaths.

04/12/2020 Capacity statement Digital health We believe digital health is key to achieving our strategic objectives of improving equitable access to quality case management and advancing health system effectiveness and efficiency. 04/12/2020 We believe digital health is key to achieving our strategic objectives of improving equitable access to quality case management and advancing health system effectiveness and efficiency.

26/11/2020 Synopsis Assessing the usability of a geospatial platform for seasonal malaria chemoprevention We are piloting the use of a geospatial platform called Reveal to support the planning, distribution and tracking of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in northern Nigeria. 26/11/2020 We are piloting the use of a geospatial platform called Reveal to support the planning, distribution and tracking of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in northern Nigeria.

19/11/2020 Presentation Piloting Reveal for use in seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Nigeria This presentation was given at the 69th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene. It presents an overview of a new pilot study that explores the… 19/11/2020 This presentation was given at the 69th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene. It presents an overview of a new pilot study that explores the possibility of digitising the management of seasonal malaria chemoprevention via…

18/11/2020 Presentation Assessing the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention on suspected and confirmed malaria cases in Chad using routine clinical data, 2013–2018 This presentation was given at the 69th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene and aims to generate evidence on the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention… 18/11/2020 This presentation was given at the 69th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene and aims to generate evidence on the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention at scale.

18/11/2020 Presentation Extending seasonal malaria chemoprevention to five cycles: A feasibility and acceptability study in Cascades region, Burkina Faso This presentation examines the feasibility and accpetability of extending seasonal malaria chemoprevention to five cycles in Cascades region, Burkina Faso. It was given at the 69th annual meeting of the… 18/11/2020 This presentation examines the feasibility and accpetability of extending seasonal malaria chemoprevention to five cycles in Cascades region, Burkina Faso. It was given at the 69th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene.

18/11/2020 Presentation An ecological analysis exploring the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Burkina Faso using national household surveys (2010–2017) This presentation was given at the 69th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. It investigates whether the effect of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) can be… 18/11/2020 This presentation was given at the 69th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. It investigates whether the effect of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) can be observed in household data, and to add to the evidence…

18/11/2020 Poster Measuring the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Nigeria using propensity score matching for counterfactuals (2017–2019) Propensity score matching could be a suitable method of determining the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention when routine data analysis is inadequate. 18/11/2020 Propensity score matching could be a suitable method of determining the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention when routine data analysis is inadequate.

18/11/2020 Poster Perceptions of the feasibility and acceptability of extending the delivery of seasonal malaria chemoprevention to older children in Chad Extending seasonal malaria chemoprevention to older children is widely considered acceptable. 18/11/2020 Extending seasonal malaria chemoprevention to older children is widely considered acceptable.

17/11/2020 Poster Effectiveness of long lasting insecticidal nets and intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy uptake among pregnant women attending antenatal care in Uganda Increased uptake of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy and long lasting insecticidal nets at antenatal care is contributing to a reduction in malaria in pregnancy cases in Uganda. 17/11/2020 Increased uptake of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy and long lasting insecticidal nets at antenatal care is contributing to a reduction in malaria in pregnancy cases in Uganda.

17/11/2020 Poster Pharmacovigilance in seasonal malaria chemoprevention in northern Nigeria Pharmacovigilance is well integrated in seasonal malaria chemoprevention, yet reporting of suspected adverse drug reactions is low. 17/11/2020 Pharmacovigilance is well integrated in seasonal malaria chemoprevention, yet reporting of suspected adverse drug reactions is low.

17/11/2020 Poster Trends in malaria morbidity and mortality rates in Uganda: A four-year retrospective study Core malaria interventions, including service delivery improvements informed by clinical and mortality audits, are likely to reduce mortality attributable to malaria. 17/11/2020 Core malaria interventions, including service delivery improvements informed by clinical and mortality audits, are likely to reduce mortality attributable to malaria.

17/11/2020 Poster Health workers’ malaria case management practices in south-central Uganda, 2017–2019 Capacity development interventions supported Ugandan health workers to improve their management of malaria, even during upsurges. 17/11/2020 Capacity development interventions supported Ugandan health workers to improve their management of malaria, even during upsurges.

17/11/2020 Poster Quality of care for children with malaria at private health facilities in Uganda: A cross-sectional study Sub-optimal knowledge, practices and healthcare system support in private health facilities impact on the provision of quality malaria case management in Uganda. 17/11/2020 Sub-optimal knowledge, practices and healthcare system support in private health facilities impact on the provision of quality malaria case management in Uganda.

17/11/2020 Poster Investigating fever occurrence among under-fives and seasonal malaria chemoprevention protocol adherence in northern Nigeria Quality delivery of seasonal malaria chemoprevention significantly reduces fever occurrence in under-fives when used alongside insecticide-treated nets. 17/11/2020 Quality delivery of seasonal malaria chemoprevention significantly reduces fever occurrence in under-fives when used alongside insecticide-treated nets.

17/11/2020 Poster Improving malaria funding by strengthening awareness and coverage of the state health insurance scheme among women of reproductive age in Nigeria The Nigerian state health insurance scheme could improve access to affordable malaria healthcare among vulnerable communities. 17/11/2020 The Nigerian state health insurance scheme could improve access to affordable malaria healthcare among vulnerable communities.

16/11/2020 Presentation Co-implementing vitamin A supplementation with seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Sokoto state, Nigeria: A feasibility study This presentation was given at the 69th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene. It explores the feasibility and acceptability of co-delivering vitamin A supplementation via… 16/11/2020 This presentation was given at the 69th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene. It explores the feasibility and acceptability of co-delivering vitamin A supplementation via the seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign.

16/11/2020 Poster Factors associated with severe malaria deaths: lessons from mortality audit conducted in health facilities in Uganda To strengthen malaria management, the US President’s Malaria Initiative supported Malaria Action Program for Districts (MAPD) to conduct a criteria-based review, based on MoH malaria guidelines in hospitals and health… 16/11/2020 To strengthen malaria management, the US President’s Malaria Initiative supported Malaria Action Program for Districts (MAPD) to conduct a criteria-based review, based on MoH malaria guidelines in hospitals and health centres, identifying factors associated with malaria deaths in health facilities.

16/11/2020 Poster Maintaining universal coverage of long lasting insecticidal nets through distribution in schools in Uganda As regular use of an LLIN substantially lowers one’s risk of contracting malaria,[1] mass net distribution campaigns seek to achieve universal coverage (one net per two individuals).We piloted a school… 16/11/2020 As regular use of an LLIN substantially lowers one’s risk of contracting malaria,[1] mass net distribution campaigns seek to achieve universal coverage (one net per two individuals).We piloted a school LLIN distribution programme in June 2018 in 26 Ugandan districts.

16/11/2020 Presentation Health workers’ malaria case management practices in South Central Uganda, 2017–2019 This study assessed three outcomes: proportion of suspected malaria cases that were tested at outpatient departments, suspected cases with a negative test result treated with antimalarial drugs, and malaria related… 16/11/2020 This study assessed three outcomes: proportion of suspected malaria cases that were tested at outpatient departments, suspected cases with a negative test result treated with antimalarial drugs, and malaria related deaths in inpatient departments.

16/11/2020 Presentation Effectiveness of long lasting insecticidal nets and intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy uptake among pregnant women attending antenatal care in five regions of Uganda To investigate the effect of MIP preventative approaches in Uganda relative to trends of MIP cases, this study investigated the relationship between the number of MIP cases and the uptake… 16/11/2020 To investigate the effect of MIP preventative approaches in Uganda relative to trends of MIP cases, this study investigated the relationship between the number of MIP cases and the uptake of prevention interventions among pregnant women attending antenatal care.

16/11/2020 Presentation Quality of care for children with malaria at private health facilities in the Mid-Western Region of Uganda: A cross sectional study The quality of care within Uganda’s private health facilities remains largely undocumented. This study assessed the quality of malaria-related care services in private facilities operating in districts supported by MAPD project in… 16/11/2020 The quality of care within Uganda’s private health facilities remains largely undocumented. This study assessed the quality of malaria-related care services in private facilities operating in districts supported by MAPD project in Uganda.

16/11/2020 Presentation Trends in malaria morbidity and mortality rates in Uganda: A four-year retrospective study Over 20% of hospital admissions in Uganda are reported as malaria. MAPD supports the reduction of malaria morbidity and mortality through improving the implementation of core interventions. This study compared severe… 16/11/2020 Over 20% of hospital admissions in Uganda are reported as malaria. MAPD supports the reduction of malaria morbidity and mortality through improving the implementation of core interventions. This study compared severe morbidity and mortality in project and non-project districts.

03/11/2020 Case study Taking the fight against malaria from home to school Key influencers trained by USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts (MAPD) helped Twinomugisa Harriet to realise the importance of behaviour change in beating malaria. She shares how she ensures her… 03/11/2020 Key influencers trained by USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts (MAPD) helped Twinomugisa Harriet to realise the importance of behaviour change in beating malaria. She shares how she ensures her pupils in Primary Two are free from malaria...

02/11/2020 Synopsis Assessing adherence to infection prevention and control measures for seasonal malaria chemoprevention during COVID-19 This study will explore community distributors’ adherence to infection prevention and control practices for seasonal malaria chemoprevention during the COVID-19 pandemic in Burkina Faso, Chad and Nigeria. 02/11/2020 This study will explore community distributors’ adherence to infection prevention and control practices for seasonal malaria chemoprevention during the COVID-19 pandemic in Burkina Faso, Chad and Nigeria.

01/11/2020 Newsletter October 2020 surveillance malaria newsletter Mozambique This newsletter provides an update on an initiative implemented by Malaria Consortium in partnership with the Ministry of Health, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, with the aim… 01/11/2020 This newsletter provides an update on an initiative implemented by Malaria Consortium in partnership with the Ministry of Health, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, with the aim of strengthening the malaria surveillance system in Mozambique.

30/10/2020 Learning brief Mainstreaming gender and youth in malaria programming in Uganda Malaria Consortium's USAID MAPD project explored the gender- and youth-related norms that might be hindering effective malaria control in Uganda. This learning brief shares learning with malaria programs in Uganda… 30/10/2020 Malaria Consortium's USAID MAPD project explored the gender- and youth-related norms that might be hindering effective malaria control in Uganda. This learning brief shares learning with malaria programs in Uganda and sub-Saharan Africa on integrating measures that address these barriers.

30/10/2020 Project report USAID Malaria Action Program for Districts: Year 4 report During MAPD's fourth year, the project continued to conduct capacity building, health system strengthening and activity implementation in all districts despite the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read the Year… 30/10/2020 During MAPD's fourth year, the project continued to conduct capacity building, health system strengthening and activity implementation in all districts despite the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read the Year 4 report in full...

29/09/2020 Presentation Adapting SMC in Nigeria during the COVID-19 pandemic: Enhancing safety and minimising risk Malaria Consortium's adaptations to our 2020 seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in Nigeria not only provided a platform to enhance the COVID-19 response, but also ensured the continued safe delivery of… 29/09/2020 Malaria Consortium's adaptations to our 2020 seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in Nigeria not only provided a platform to enhance the COVID-19 response, but also ensured the continued safe delivery of SMC during the pandemic.

22/09/2020 Synopsis Assessing the feasibility, acceptability and impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Mozambique Our new pilot study will assess the feasibility, acceptability and protective effect of SMC in Nampula province, Mozambique, where malaria transmission is highly seasonal. 22/09/2020 Our new pilot study will assess the feasibility, acceptability and protective effect of SMC in Nampula province, Mozambique, where malaria transmission is highly seasonal.

22/09/2020 Synopsis Avaliação da viabilidade, aceitabilidade e impacto da quimioprevenção sazonal da malária em Moçambique Este estudo piloto pretende avaliar a viabilidade, a aceitabilidade e o efeito protetor da quimioprevenção sazonal da maláriana província de Nampula, em Moçambique, onde a transmissão da malária é altamente… 22/09/2020 Este estudo piloto pretende avaliar a viabilidade, a aceitabilidade e o efeito protetor da quimioprevenção sazonal da maláriana província de Nampula, em Moçambique, onde a transmissão da malária é altamente sazonal.

15/09/2020 Case study Tumuramye’s story on the fight against malaria In Uganda, malaria is a cause of poverty and a major hindrance to economic development. USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts (MAPD) trained Key Influencers use the ‘zooming in’ approach… 15/09/2020 In Uganda, malaria is a cause of poverty and a major hindrance to economic development. USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts (MAPD) trained Key Influencers use the ‘zooming in’ approach – a data driven surveillance approach.

26/08/2020 Capacity statement Paludisme : Surveillance et réponse Cette déclaration de capacité détaille notre expertise substantielle dans la surveillance et la réponse au paludisme, en mettant en évidence des projets en Afrique et en Asie, où nous soutenons… 26/08/2020 Cette déclaration de capacité détaille notre expertise substantielle dans la surveillance et la réponse au paludisme, en mettant en évidence des projets en Afrique et en Asie, où nous soutenons des activités de surveillance depuis 2009.

26/08/2020 Capacity statement Vigilância e resposta à malária Esta declaração de capacidade detalha nossa experiência substancial em vigilância e resposta à malária, destacando projetos na África e na Ásia, onde temos apoiado atividades de vigilância desde 2009. 26/08/2020 Esta declaração de capacidade detalha nossa experiência substancial em vigilância e resposta à malária, destacando projetos na África e na Ásia, onde temos apoiado atividades de vigilância desde 2009.

29/07/2020 Capacity statement Malaria surveillance and response This capacity statement details our substantial expertise in malaria surveillance and response, highlighting projects in Africa and Asia, where we have been supporting surveillance activities since 2009. 29/07/2020 This capacity statement details our substantial expertise in malaria surveillance and response, highlighting projects in Africa and Asia, where we have been supporting surveillance activities since 2009.

24/07/2020 Research brief Co-implementing vitamin A supplementation with seasonal malaria chemoprevention: A pilot implementation study in Sokoto state, Nigeria Our pilot implementation study in Nigeria successfully delivered vitamin A supplementation to children under five using an existing, viable platform: the seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign. 24/07/2020 Our pilot implementation study in Nigeria successfully delivered vitamin A supplementation to children under five using an existing, viable platform: the seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign.

23/07/2020 Project brief Supporting frontline health workers in Uganda: Strengthening capacity during COVID-19 and beyond Together with Mastercard Foundation, we are developing the capacity of frontline health workers to tackle COVID-19 while continuing to provide community case management services. 23/07/2020 Together with Mastercard Foundation, we are developing the capacity of frontline health workers to tackle COVID-19 while continuing to provide community case management services.

16/07/2020 Position statement S’adapter pour réduire l’impact du changement climatique sur la santé Le changement climatique peut affecter la santé des populations et l’issue des maladies. Nous nous efforçons donc continuellement d’intégrer des réponses aux risques liés au climat dans nos programmes. 16/07/2020 Le changement climatique peut affecter la santé des populations et l’issue des maladies. Nous nous efforçons donc continuellement d’intégrer des réponses aux risques liés au climat dans nos programmes.

16/07/2020 Position statement Adaptação para minimizar os impactos das alterações climáticas na saúde As alterações climáticas podem afectar os resultados de saúde e das doenças. Procuramos integrar constantemente nos nossos programas respostas aos riscos relacionados com as condições climáticas. 16/07/2020 As alterações climáticas podem afectar os resultados de saúde e das doenças. Procuramos integrar constantemente nos nossos programas respostas aos riscos relacionados com as condições climáticas.

02/07/2020 Newsletter June 2020 upSCALE newsletter Mozambique This newsletter provides an update from our upSCALE project in Mozambique. We are rapidly adapting the upSCALE platform to better support health workers’ ability to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.… 02/07/2020 This newsletter provides an update from our upSCALE project in Mozambique. We are rapidly adapting the upSCALE platform to better support health workers’ ability to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. The upSCALE platform supports a smartphone and tablet app that…

02/07/2020 Newsletter Junho 2020 upSCALE newsletter Moçambique Bem-vindo à nossa segunda newsletter sobre o projeto upSCALE em Moçambique. 02/07/2020 Bem-vindo à nossa segunda newsletter sobre o projeto upSCALE em Moçambique.

18/06/2020 Project brief Apoio aos agentes comunitários de saúde em Moçambique para responderem ao COVID-19: Adaptação da plataforma digital upSCALE Este projecto tem como objectivo fazer as adaptações tecnológicas à plataforma digital upSCALE existente para apoiar a capacidade dos APEs de responder à pandemia. 18/06/2020 Este projecto tem como objectivo fazer as adaptações tecnológicas à plataforma digital upSCALE existente para apoiar a capacidade dos APEs de responder à pandemia.

18/06/2020 Project brief Evaluating the impact of COVID-19 on malaria and other infectious diseases in Uganda: Understanding comorbidities Countries in sub-Saharan Africa carry a disproportionately higher share of the global burden of malaria and other infectious diseases. The potential impact of COVID-19 on the diagnosis, prevention and treatment… 18/06/2020 Countries in sub-Saharan Africa carry a disproportionately higher share of the global burden of malaria and other infectious diseases. The potential impact of COVID-19 on the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of endemic diseases is, therefore, of critical concern. Uganda is…

10/06/2020 Advocacy brief Seasonal malaria chemoprevention: An essential health service for Nigeria We echo the World Health Organization’s call for SMC to be delivered alongside countries’ responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. We believe that SMC is an essential service that we can… 10/06/2020 We echo the World Health Organization’s call for SMC to be delivered alongside countries’ responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. We believe that SMC is an essential service that we can deliver in line with government strategies. In Nigeria, where 97…

05/06/2020 Position statement Adapting to minimise the health impacts of climatic changes Recognising that climate change has the potential to affect health and disease outcomes for people across the countries in which we work, we believe it is essential to continue to… 05/06/2020 Recognising that climate change has the potential to affect health and disease outcomes for people across the countries in which we work, we believe it is essential to continue to incorporate responses to climate-related risks into our programmes.

29/05/2020 Project brief Supporting community health workers in Mozambique to respond to COVID-19: Adapting the upSCALE digital platform We made technological adaptations to Mozambique's existing upSCALE digital platform to support health workers' ability to respond to the pandemic. 29/05/2020 We made technological adaptations to Mozambique's existing upSCALE digital platform to support health workers' ability to respond to the pandemic.

22/05/2020 Case study Malaria prevention during challenging times of COVID-19 Health fears related to the COVID-19 pandemic, financial pressures and restricted access to health facilities are resulting in fewer people following malaria prevention activities and seeking malaria treatment during lockdown... 22/05/2020 Health fears related to the COVID-19 pandemic, financial pressures and restricted access to health facilities are resulting in fewer people following malaria prevention activities and seeking malaria treatment during lockdown...

14/05/2020 Journal article Quantification of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase activity by spectrophotometry: A systemic review and meta-analysis Background The radical cure of Plasmodium vivax and P. ovale requires treatment with primaquine or tafenoquine to clear dormant liver stages. Either drug can induce haemolysis in individuals with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase… 14/05/2020 Background The radical cure of Plasmodium vivax and P. ovale requires treatment with primaquine or tafenoquine to clear dormant liver stages. Either drug can induce haemolysis in individuals with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, necessitating screening. The reference diagnostic method for G6PD…

06/05/2020 Learning brief Mise en place de la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier en milieu urbain En 2019, notre programme de la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier (CPS) s’est déroulé à la fois en milieu rural et urbain du Burkina Faso, dans le cadre politique nationale de… 06/05/2020 En 2019, notre programme de la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier (CPS) s’est déroulé à la fois en milieu rural et urbain du Burkina Faso, dans le cadre politique nationale de parvenir à une couverture totale du pays en distribuant la…

05/05/2020 Annual review Seasonal malaria chemoprevention program Philanthropy Report 2019-2020 Malaria Consortium’s annual report on the use of philanthropic funding for seasonal malaria chemoprevention 05/05/2020 Malaria Consortium’s annual report on the use of philanthropic funding for seasonal malaria chemoprevention

29/04/2020 Guidance Adapting seasonal malaria chemoprevention in the context of COVID-19: operational guidance This document provides operational guidance for countries to safely implement SMC, considering the importance of both lowering malaria-related morbidity and mortality, and ensuring the safety of communities and health workers.… 29/04/2020 This document provides operational guidance for countries to safely implement SMC, considering the importance of both lowering malaria-related morbidity and mortality, and ensuring the safety of communities and health workers. The adaptations below are suggested for SMC implementation in areas…

29/04/2020 Guidance Adapter la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier dans un contexte de transmission du COVID-19: guide de mise en œuvre Ce document fournit des orientations opérationnelles aux pays pour mettre en œuvre en toute sécurité la CPS, compte tenu de l'importance de la réduction dela mortalité et de la mortalité… 29/04/2020 Ce document fournit des orientations opérationnelles aux pays pour mettre en œuvre en toute sécurité la CPS, compte tenu de l'importance de la réduction dela mortalité et de la mortalité liéesau paludisme tout en assurant la sécurité des communautés et…

16/04/2020 Case study Success story: Delivering SMC in a rural community in Nigeria Yamel is a rural community in the Dutsi local government area (LGA) in Nigeria. It has a population of 32,515, predominantly farmers. The community is serviced by a primary health… 16/04/2020 Yamel is a rural community in the Dutsi local government area (LGA) in Nigeria. It has a population of 32,515, predominantly farmers. The community is serviced by a primary health care clinic. Mr Umar Abba Yamel, pictured, is the Senior Community…

06/04/2020 Journal article Community engagement interventions for communicable disease control in low- and lower- middle-income countries: Evidence from a review of systematic reviews Background Community engagement (CE) interventions include a range of approaches to involve communities in the improvement of their health and wellbeing. Working with communities defined by location or some other… 06/04/2020 Background Community engagement (CE) interventions include a range of approaches to involve communities in the improvement of their health and wellbeing. Working with communities defined by location or some other shared interest, these interventions may be important in assisting equity…

24/03/2020 Learning brief Implementing seasonal malaria chemoprevention in an urban setting In 2019, our seasonal malaria chemoprevention programme took place in Burkina Faso's rural and urban settings. In Ouagadougou, we adapted to socio-economic differences and rapid urbanisation to ensure effective campaign… 24/03/2020 In 2019, our seasonal malaria chemoprevention programme took place in Burkina Faso's rural and urban settings. In Ouagadougou, we adapted to socio-economic differences and rapid urbanisation to ensure effective campaign delivery.

23/03/2020 Case study Training health extension workers in Ethiopia to provide community-based malaria prevention Elfinesh Goa and Mebrat Haile are health extension workers in the Shayamba Health Post in Damot Sore, Wolaita zone in Ethiopia, read their story. 23/03/2020 Elfinesh Goa and Mebrat Haile are health extension workers in the Shayamba Health Post in Damot Sore, Wolaita zone in Ethiopia, read their story.

23/03/2020 Case study Working with communities in Ethiopia to prevent the spread of malaria Strengthening community-based malaria prevention and surveillance interventions is a three-year project funded by the James Percy Foundation. As part of the project, health extension workers and the Health Development Army… 23/03/2020 Strengthening community-based malaria prevention and surveillance interventions is a three-year project funded by the James Percy Foundation. As part of the project, health extension workers and the Health Development Army are working with communities to prevent malaria. Read their story.

05/03/2020 Brochure Estabelecimento de parcerias com os governos para melhoria da saúde materno-infantil Malaria Consortium tem uma tradição consolidada de parceria com os governos na concepção e implementação pesquisas avançados e programas de saúde e vigilância inovadores com base em evidências. Oferecemos uma… 05/03/2020 Malaria Consortium tem uma tradição consolidada de parceria com os governos na concepção e implementação pesquisas avançados e programas de saúde e vigilância inovadores com base em evidências. Oferecemos uma vasta experiência técnica especializado na prevenção e controlo de um…

05/03/2020 Capacity statement Investigação A investigação é essencial para todo o nosso trabalho. Desenvolvemos e testamos novas abordagens e produtos em vários locais, contextos de transmissão e sistemas de saúde para ajudar a prevenir,… 05/03/2020 A investigação é essencial para todo o nosso trabalho. Desenvolvemos e testamos novas abordagens e produtos em vários locais, contextos de transmissão e sistemas de saúde para ajudar a prevenir, cuidar e tratar a malária, doenças tropicais negligenciadas e doenças…

27/02/2020 Learning brief Training malaria volunteers to deliver integrated community case management To eliminate malaria by 2030 and improve the health status of rural communities in Myanmar, Malaria Consortium implemented an integrated community case management approach in Sagaing region. 27/02/2020 To eliminate malaria by 2030 and improve the health status of rural communities in Myanmar, Malaria Consortium implemented an integrated community case management approach in Sagaing region.

11/02/2020 Project brief Scaling up for universal coverage and impact The Scaling Up for Universal Coverage and Impact project aims to reduce malaria morbidity and mortality by 80 percent by 2020 in South Sudan. 11/02/2020 The Scaling Up for Universal Coverage and Impact project aims to reduce malaria morbidity and mortality by 80 percent by 2020 in South Sudan.

10/02/2020 Capacity statement Recherche La recherche est au coeur de tous nos travaux. Nous concevons et testons de nouveaux produits et de nouvelles mesures dans toute une série de lieux, milieux de transmission et… 10/02/2020 La recherche est au coeur de tous nos travaux. Nous concevons et testons de nouveaux produits et de nouvelles mesures dans toute une série de lieux, milieux de transmission et systèmes de santé pour prévenir, soigner et traiter le paludisme,…

10/02/2020 Brochure Collaboration avec les gouvernements afin d’améliorer la santé maternelle et infantile Malaria Consortium a toujours travaillé main dans la main avec les gouvernements pour élaborer et mener ensemble des recherches de pointe, et des programmes de contrôle et de santé innovants,… 10/02/2020 Malaria Consortium a toujours travaillé main dans la main avec les gouvernements pour élaborer et mener ensemble des recherches de pointe, et des programmes de contrôle et de santé innovants, basés sur des données factuelles.

07/02/2020 Advocacy brief Antenatal care: A crucial tool in Ethiopia’s fight against malaria in pregnancy We echo the World Health Organization’s 2019 call for greater support for those most vulnerable to malaria — pregnant women and children under five. 07/02/2020 We echo the World Health Organization’s 2019 call for greater support for those most vulnerable to malaria — pregnant women and children under five.

20/12/2019 Project brief Countering the spread of drug-resistant malaria in northern Cambodia In Cambodia, partial resistance to artemisinin-based combination therapy has been confirmed in malaria parasites. To support elimination of Plasmodium falciparum and prevent further emergence of resistant mutations, strengthened malaria case… 20/12/2019 In Cambodia, partial resistance to artemisinin-based combination therapy has been confirmed in malaria parasites. To support elimination of Plasmodium falciparum and prevent further emergence of resistant mutations, strengthened malaria case management is key.

20/12/2019 Project report MAPD Malaria SBCC Dipstick Report 2019 USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts developed a multi-pronged SBCC campaign based on collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and Communication for Health Communities project (CHC), and insights into… 20/12/2019 USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts developed a multi-pronged SBCC campaign based on collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and Communication for Health Communities project (CHC), and insights into community drivers of change through its contextual analysis of districts.

17/12/2019 Brochure Partnering with governments to improve maternal and child health Malaria Consortium has a strong history of working hand-in-hand with governments to design and implement cutting edge research, and innovative and evidence-based health and surveillance programmes. This brochure offers examples… 17/12/2019 Malaria Consortium has a strong history of working hand-in-hand with governments to design and implement cutting edge research, and innovative and evidence-based health and surveillance programmes. This brochure offers examples of the technical assistance we have provided to various governments.

10/12/2019 Project brief Post-distribution monitoring of long lasting insecticidal nets in Uganda In 2017–2018, the Ugandan Ministry of Health successfully implemented a universal coverage campaign for long lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs), distributing 26.6 million nets throughout the country. The post-distribution monitoring project… 10/12/2019 In 2017–2018, the Ugandan Ministry of Health successfully implemented a universal coverage campaign for long lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs), distributing 26.6 million nets throughout the country. The post-distribution monitoring project will track the ownership, use and condition of the LLINs…

22/11/2019 Poster Factors associated with severe malaria deaths: Lessons from a mortality audit conducted in health facilities in Uganda Uganda is one of five countries that accounted for 50 percent of malaria cases globally in 2017. In 2016, the Ministry of Health adopted clinical audit guidelines to improve the… 22/11/2019 Uganda is one of five countries that accounted for 50 percent of malaria cases globally in 2017. In 2016, the Ministry of Health adopted clinical audit guidelines to improve the quality of severe malaria management in health facilities aiming to…

22/11/2019 Poster Determinants of malaria testing at health facilities: The case of Uganda The World Health Organization recommends prompt malaria diagnosis through microscopy or malaria rapid diagnostic tests, and treatment with an effective antimalarial as key interventions to control malaria. Unfortunately, in sub-Saharan… 22/11/2019 The World Health Organization recommends prompt malaria diagnosis through microscopy or malaria rapid diagnostic tests, and treatment with an effective antimalarial as key interventions to control malaria. Unfortunately, in sub-Saharan Africa, patients and care providers often do not test fever…

22/11/2019 Poster Malaria morbidity and mortality trends in central Uganda Malaria is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in Uganda, contributing 30–50 percent of outpatient department attendance and over 20 percent of inpatient hospital admissions. In the… 22/11/2019 Malaria is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in Uganda, contributing 30–50 percent of outpatient department attendance and over 20 percent of inpatient hospital admissions. In the last quarter of 2016, the MAPD project instituted several interventions…

22/11/2019 Poster Maintaining universal coverage of long lasting insecticidal nets through distribution in schools in Uganda As regular use of a long lasting insecticidal net (LLIN) substantially lowers one’s risk of contracting malaria, mass net distribution campaigns seek to achieve universal coverage (one net per two… 22/11/2019 As regular use of a long lasting insecticidal net (LLIN) substantially lowers one’s risk of contracting malaria, mass net distribution campaigns seek to achieve universal coverage (one net per two individuals). Distributing LLINs in schools and antenatal care facilities to…

21/11/2019 Poster Assessing the quality of seasonal malaria chemoprevention delivery by low-literate community health workers in Nigeria In 2018, Malaria Consortium trained 20,969 low-literate community health workers in Nigeria to administer seasonal malaria chemoprevention to approximately 3.2 million children under five in Jigawa, Katsina, Sokoto and Zamfara… 21/11/2019 In 2018, Malaria Consortium trained 20,969 low-literate community health workers in Nigeria to administer seasonal malaria chemoprevention to approximately 3.2 million children under five in Jigawa, Katsina, Sokoto and Zamfara states. This poster assesses their performance and was presented at…

20/11/2019 Advocacy report The spread of superbugs: Why low- and middle-income countries must act now to tackle antimicrobial resistance Antimicrobial resistance causes at least 700,000 deaths globally each year. We need a coordinated, cross-sectoral and multi-pronged approach to respond effectively to this threat. 20/11/2019 Antimicrobial resistance causes at least 700,000 deaths globally each year. We need a coordinated, cross-sectoral and multi-pronged approach to respond effectively to this threat.

18/11/2019 Journal article Consequences of restricting antimalarial drugs to rapid diagnostic test-positive febrile children in south-west Nigeria Objectives To investigate the consequence of restricting antimalarial treatment to febrile children that test positive to a malaria rapid diagnostic test (mRDT) only in an area of intense malaria transmission. Methods… 18/11/2019 Objectives To investigate the consequence of restricting antimalarial treatment to febrile children that test positive to a malaria rapid diagnostic test (mRDT) only in an area of intense malaria transmission. Methods Febrile children aged 3–59 months were screened with an mRDT…

11/11/2019 Briefing note Accelerating malaria elimination in northern Cambodia through early diagnosis and treatment To take the final steps towards eliminating Plasmodium falciparum in Cambodia and avoid further emergence of artemisinin-resistant mutations, a specific focus on preventing malaria among vulnerable groups is required. This… 11/11/2019 To take the final steps towards eliminating Plasmodium falciparum in Cambodia and avoid further emergence of artemisinin-resistant mutations, a specific focus on preventing malaria among vulnerable groups is required. This briefing note describes our approach, contributions to and achievements in…

07/11/2019 Journal article Institutionalisation of integrated community case management into national health systems in low- and middle-income countries: A scoping review of the literature Background Integrated community case management (iCCM) for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea continues to be a recommended strategy to address child mortality in areas where access to health facilities is limited. Objective To identify… 07/11/2019 Background Integrated community case management (iCCM) for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea continues to be a recommended strategy to address child mortality in areas where access to health facilities is limited. Objective To identify models of, and gaps in, institutionalisation of benchmark components of…

30/10/2019 Project report USAID Malaria Action Program for Districts: Year 3 report During MAPD's third year, the project overcame a number of additional challenges including prolonged upsurges of malaria in some districts. Read the Year 3 report in full... 30/10/2019 During MAPD's third year, the project overcame a number of additional challenges including prolonged upsurges of malaria in some districts. Read the Year 3 report in full...

23/09/2019 Journal article Characterising residual malaria transmission in forested areas with low coverage of core vector control in central Viet Nam Background Despite great success in significantly reducing the malaria burden in Viet Nam over recent years, the ongoing presence of malaria vectors and Plasmodium infection in remote forest areas and among… 23/09/2019 Background Despite great success in significantly reducing the malaria burden in Viet Nam over recent years, the ongoing presence of malaria vectors and Plasmodium infection in remote forest areas and among marginalised groups presents a challenge to reaching elimination and a…

23/09/2019 Project brief Regional health integration to enhance services in eastern Uganda Our project supports the delivery of malaria prevention and treatment interventions, as well as maternal, newborn and child care activities in Uganda. 23/09/2019 Our project supports the delivery of malaria prevention and treatment interventions, as well as maternal, newborn and child care activities in Uganda.

10/09/2019 Project brief Mobile malaria services for hard-to-reach communities in northeast Cambodia In Cambodia, forest goers who live and work in remote areas are the most vulnerable to malaria infection. Since December 2015, we have been training mobile malaria workers to diagnose… 10/09/2019 In Cambodia, forest goers who live and work in remote areas are the most vulnerable to malaria infection. Since December 2015, we have been training mobile malaria workers to diagnose and treat malaria among this high-risk group.

10/09/2019 Project brief Building capacity for malaria elimination in southern Cambodia The RAI2E project will improve existing malaria prevention and control services and build the technical and programme management skills of provincial health department, operational district and health centre staff in… 10/09/2019 The RAI2E project will improve existing malaria prevention and control services and build the technical and programme management skills of provincial health department, operational district and health centre staff in southern Cambodia.

12/08/2019 Infographic Malaria in pregnancy Pregnant women are particularly susceptible to malaria partly because of their reduced immunity to the disease but also because of their vulnerable social and economic status. Compared with those who… 12/08/2019 Pregnant women are particularly susceptible to malaria partly because of their reduced immunity to the disease but also because of their vulnerable social and economic status. Compared with those who are not pregnant, pregnant women are more likely to suffer…

07/08/2019 Infographic Surveillance This fact sheet explains what surveillance is and why it is important. Malaria Consortium’s approach to surveillance is guided by a clear vision of how surveillance can strengthen a health… 07/08/2019 This fact sheet explains what surveillance is and why it is important. Malaria Consortium’s approach to surveillance is guided by a clear vision of how surveillance can strengthen a health system, particularly on key health system strengthening building blocks such…

06/08/2019 Project brief Fortalecimento da vigilância da Malária em Moçambique para tomada de decisão baseado em dados Este projecto visa consolidar o sistema de vigilância da malária de modo a que seja capaz de orientar a tomada de decisões estratégicas e operacionais com base em dados de… 06/08/2019 Este projecto visa consolidar o sistema de vigilância da malária de modo a que seja capaz de orientar a tomada de decisões estratégicas e operacionais com base em dados de vigilância precisos, minuciosos e oportunos em todos os estratos de…

05/07/2019 Journal article Transmission risk beyond the village: entomological and human factors contributing to residual malaria transmission in an area approaching malaria elimination on the Thailand–Myanmar border Background A mixed methods study was conducted to look at the magnitude of residual malaria transmission (RMT) and factors contributing to low (< 1% prevalence), but sustained transmission in rural… 05/07/2019 Background A mixed methods study was conducted to look at the magnitude of residual malaria transmission (RMT) and factors contributing to low (< 1% prevalence), but sustained transmission in rural communities on the Thai–Myanmar border. Methods A cross-sectional behaviour and…

20/06/2019 Project brief Strengthening community-based malaria prevention and surveillance interventions The Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples’ Region has one of the highest malaria burdens in Ethiopia. This project will strengthen the management and technical capacity of the primary health care… 20/06/2019 The Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples’ Region has one of the highest malaria burdens in Ethiopia. This project will strengthen the management and technical capacity of the primary health care unit to continue implementing impactful malaria control interventions.

20/06/2019 Project brief PMI VectorLink: Integrated malaria vector control PMI VectorLink is a five-year project that aims to equip countries with appropriate, cost-effective and proven malaria vector control tools. Malaria Consortium’s role is to provide technical assistance to help… 20/06/2019 PMI VectorLink is a five-year project that aims to equip countries with appropriate, cost-effective and proven malaria vector control tools. Malaria Consortium’s role is to provide technical assistance to help governments develop integrated vector control strategies and insecticide resistance management…

14/06/2019 Case study Dr Khin Maung Than's story As a township medical officer, Dr Khin Maung Than oversees all health initiatives in Wuntho township in the Sagaing region of Myanmar. 14/06/2019 As a township medical officer, Dr Khin Maung Than oversees all health initiatives in Wuntho township in the Sagaing region of Myanmar.

14/06/2019 Case study Daw Wint Wint Soe and Daw Mar Mar Aung's story Daw Wint Wint Soe (pictured left) and Daw Mar Mar Aung (right) are health assistants working in the Pinlebu township in Sagaing region, Myanmar. Since April 2018, they have been… 14/06/2019 Daw Wint Wint Soe (pictured left) and Daw Mar Mar Aung (right) are health assistants working in the Pinlebu township in Sagaing region, Myanmar. Since April 2018, they have been working as supervisors with Malaria Consortium’s project Expanding Rural Communities’…

14/06/2019 Case study Moe Ma Ma Aye's story Moe Ma Ma Aye is a malaria volunteer in Daj phan kon village in Kawlin township in northwest Myanmar’s Sagaing region. Thanks to the training and supervision delivered through Malaria… 14/06/2019 Moe Ma Ma Aye is a malaria volunteer in Daj phan kon village in Kawlin township in northwest Myanmar’s Sagaing region. Thanks to the training and supervision delivered through Malaria Consortium's integrated community case management project, she learnt how to…

30/05/2019 Project report Strengthening Uganda's response to malaria (SURMa) in Mid-North and Karamoja sub-regions of Uganda: Knowledge, attitudes, practices and behaviours baseline study This report presents the findings of a baseline study that sought to understand health providers’ and community members’ knowledge, attitudes, practices and behaviours in relation to malaria control. It was… 30/05/2019 This report presents the findings of a baseline study that sought to understand health providers’ and community members’ knowledge, attitudes, practices and behaviours in relation to malaria control. It was conducted in the Mid-North and Karamoja regions of Uganda as…

20/05/2019 Capacity statement Universal health coverage capacity statement This capacity statement outlines our contribution to supporting countries to achieve universal health coverage (UHC). Malaria Consortium considers UHC, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO), fundamental to the… 20/05/2019 This capacity statement outlines our contribution to supporting countries to achieve universal health coverage (UHC). Malaria Consortium considers UHC, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO), fundamental to the design and implementation of all our programmes. Our tailored interventions…

07/05/2019 Capacity statement Research capacity statement This capacity statement outlines our research expertise. Research is central to everything we do at Malaria Consortium. We develop and test new approaches and products in a range of locations,… 07/05/2019 This capacity statement outlines our research expertise. Research is central to everything we do at Malaria Consortium. We develop and test new approaches and products in a range of locations, transmission settings and health systems to help prevent, care and…

25/04/2019 Project brief Expanding rural communities' access to health services in Myanmar Rural communities in western Myanmar are often poorly served by the country’s public health system. After training volunteers to diagnose and treat common childhood illnesses in children under five and… 25/04/2019 Rural communities in western Myanmar are often poorly served by the country’s public health system. After training volunteers to diagnose and treat common childhood illnesses in children under five and screen for malnutrition, Malaria Consortium is now scaling up the…

25/04/2019 Newsletter April 2019 newsletter - World Malaria Day Our April 2019 newsletter marked World Malaria Day. To receive the monthly newsletter direct to your inbox, sign up here. 25/04/2019 Our April 2019 newsletter marked World Malaria Day. To receive the monthly newsletter direct to your inbox, sign up here.

16/04/2019 Poster Determinants of malaria testing at health facilities: The case of Uganda In Uganda, the National Malaria Reduction Strategic Plan aims to test at least 75% of malaria suspects. We sought to assess health facilities’ capacity to provide malaria diagnosis and treatment… 16/04/2019 In Uganda, the National Malaria Reduction Strategic Plan aims to test at least 75% of malaria suspects. We sought to assess health facilities’ capacity to provide malaria diagnosis and treatment in 43 districts.

30/03/2019 Capacity statement Malaria Consortium's global capability statement Malaria Consortium is one of the world's leading specialist non-profit organisations. Our mission is to improve lives in Africa and Asia through sustainable, evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and… 30/03/2019 Malaria Consortium is one of the world's leading specialist non-profit organisations. Our mission is to improve lives in Africa and Asia through sustainable, evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote child and maternal health. Our uniqueness is in our…

22/02/2019 Learning brief Preventing malaria among internally displaced people: Adapting and responding to save lives During 2018, Ethiopia experienced some of the highest internal displacement in the world. As a result of violent conflict, over 810,000 people from the Guji zone of Oromia region and… 22/02/2019 During 2018, Ethiopia experienced some of the highest internal displacement in the world. As a result of violent conflict, over 810,000 people from the Guji zone of Oromia region and the Gedeo zone of the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples’…

11/02/2019 Project brief Support to the National Malaria Programme in Nigeria 2 SuNMaP 2 is a UK aid-funded follow-up to SuNMaP that will support government efforts to further reduce Nigeria’s malaria burden. Malaria Consortium will integrate malaria prevention, treatment and other interventions… 11/02/2019 SuNMaP 2 is a UK aid-funded follow-up to SuNMaP that will support government efforts to further reduce Nigeria’s malaria burden. Malaria Consortium will integrate malaria prevention, treatment and other interventions at the community and service delivery levels through public and…

06/02/2019 Newsletter Our February 2019 newsletter Our February newsletter marks the launch of several new publications, including learning from the ACCESS-SMC project and integrated community case management in Myanmar, plus the launch of a new video… 06/02/2019 Our February newsletter marks the launch of several new publications, including learning from the ACCESS-SMC project and integrated community case management in Myanmar, plus the launch of a new video on the community dialogue approach. If you would like to receive…

04/02/2019 Project brief Supporting government to control malaria in Uganda USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts aims to reduce malaria-related childhood and maternal morbidity and mortality in Uganda. The project provides technical and programmatic support to central and local governments… 04/02/2019 USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts aims to reduce malaria-related childhood and maternal morbidity and mortality in Uganda. The project provides technical and programmatic support to central and local governments to increase the impact and reach of malaria prevention and…

28/01/2019 Learning paper Seasonal chemoprevention as an effective malaria preventive strategy for children in the Sahel This paper shares learning and recommendations from the Achieving Catalytic Expansion of Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention in the Sahel (ACCESS-SMC) project, which was launched in 2015 to overcome barriers to seasonal… 28/01/2019 This paper shares learning and recommendations from the Achieving Catalytic Expansion of Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention in the Sahel (ACCESS-SMC) project, which was launched in 2015 to overcome barriers to seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) scale-up. By supporting national malaria control/elimination programmes…

22/01/2019 Project brief Transform: Primary Health Care Despite recent progress in tackling malaria-related morbidity and mortality, malaria still poses a barrier to social and economic development in Ethiopia. Through the Transform: Primary Health Care project, we supported… 22/01/2019 Despite recent progress in tackling malaria-related morbidity and mortality, malaria still poses a barrier to social and economic development in Ethiopia. Through the Transform: Primary Health Care project, we supported government efforts to reduce preventable maternal and child deaths.

13/12/2018 Annual review Annual report 2017–2018: All-Party Parliamentary Group on Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (APPMG) provides a forum for exploring issues pertaining to the fight against malaria and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). Keeping malaria… 13/12/2018 The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (APPMG) provides a forum for exploring issues pertaining to the fight against malaria and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). Keeping malaria and NTDs high on the political agenda is crucial to…

29/11/2018 Learning brief iCCM in Myanmar: Lessons from Sagaing region From June 2016 to June 2017, Malaria Consortium implemented a pilot project that integrated and scaled up Myanmar's two community case management components to ensure the health system has the… 29/11/2018 From June 2016 to June 2017, Malaria Consortium implemented a pilot project that integrated and scaled up Myanmar's two community case management components to ensure the health system has the capacity to respond to all major childhood illnesses. Malaria volunteers were…

12/11/2018 Journal article Comparative efficacy of artemether-lumefantrine and dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine for the treatment of uncomplicated malaria in Ugandan children In Uganda, artemether-lumefantrine (AL) and dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine (DHA-PQ) showed excellent treatment efficacy for uncomplicated malaria in prior trials. Because resistance to artemisinins and piperaquine is increasing in southeast Asia and the… 12/11/2018 In Uganda, artemether-lumefantrine (AL) and dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine (DHA-PQ) showed excellent treatment efficacy for uncomplicated malaria in prior trials. Because resistance to artemisinins and piperaquine is increasing in southeast Asia and the prevalence of Plasmodium falciparum polymorphisms associated with resistance has changed,…

06/11/2018 Journal article Immediate assessment of performance of medical laboratory scientists following a 10-day malaria microscopy training programme in Nigeria Background Rapid and precise diagnosis of malaria is an essential element in effective case management and control of malaria. Malaria microscopy is used as the gold standard for malaria diagnosis, however… 06/11/2018 Background Rapid and precise diagnosis of malaria is an essential element in effective case management and control of malaria. Malaria microscopy is used as the gold standard for malaria diagnosis, however results remain poor as positivity rate in Nigeria is consistently…

31/10/2018 Poster Using the collaborative quality improvement approach to increase adherence to the test, treat, and track malaria case management framework: Experiences from 10 health facilities in Uganda Malaria is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in Uganda. In an effort to reduce the country’s malaria burden, the Ministry of Health incorporated a number of World Health… 31/10/2018 Malaria is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in Uganda. In an effort to reduce the country’s malaria burden, the Ministry of Health incorporated a number of World Health Organization recommendations on how to prevent, diagnose and treat malaria…

31/10/2018 Poster Expanding the health system into the forest: Analysis of and response to the challenge of providing malaria services inside forest areas within the Greater Mekong Subregion in the context of malaria elimination Malaria incidence in Cambodia is decreasing and transmission is increasingly confined to forest areas. However, nearly all prevention and treatment funds are being invested in villages far from forest areas,… 31/10/2018 Malaria incidence in Cambodia is decreasing and transmission is increasingly confined to forest areas. However, nearly all prevention and treatment funds are being invested in villages far from forest areas, while activities within forest areas have been much more efficient…

30/10/2018 Project report USAID Malaria Action Program for Districts: Year 2 report During its second year, the project contributed to reducing new malaria infections, increased access to treatment and reduced death. Read the Year 2 report in full... 30/10/2018 During its second year, the project contributed to reducing new malaria infections, increased access to treatment and reduced death. Read the Year 2 report in full...

29/10/2018 Poster Towards better malaria surveillance in Mozambique: Findings, identified bottlenecks and recommendations from 2018 national comprehensive surveillance assessment Malaria remains the largest public health problem in Mozambique, accounting for 29 percent of all hospital deaths and 42 percent of deaths among children under five. Malaria control and elimination… 29/10/2018 Malaria remains the largest public health problem in Mozambique, accounting for 29 percent of all hospital deaths and 42 percent of deaths among children under five. Malaria control and elimination is particularly complex due to the varied transmission dynamics and…

29/10/2018 Poster Community engagement and mobilisation of local resources to support integrated community case management activities in Niger state, Nigeria Despite strong evidence that integrated community case management (iCCM) can reduce childhood illness related morbidity and mortality, the sustainability of iCCM projects remains a challenge. From 2014-2017, Malaria Consortium implemented… 29/10/2018 Despite strong evidence that integrated community case management (iCCM) can reduce childhood illness related morbidity and mortality, the sustainability of iCCM projects remains a challenge. From 2014-2017, Malaria Consortium implemented the Rapid Access Expansion (RAcE) iCCM programme in Niger state…

26/10/2018 Journal article Effect of environmental variables and kdr resistance genotype on survival probability and infection rates in Anopheles gambiae (s.s) BACKGROUND: Environmental factors, especially ambient temperature and relative humidity affect both mosquitoes and malaria parasites. The early part of sporogony is most sensitive and is affected by high temperatures and temperature… 26/10/2018 BACKGROUND: Environmental factors, especially ambient temperature and relative humidity affect both mosquitoes and malaria parasites. The early part of sporogony is most sensitive and is affected by high temperatures and temperature fluctuation immediately following ingestion of an infectious blood meal. The…

15/10/2018 Case study Working with religious leaders to drive positive behavior change USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts works together with religious leaders to develop sermon guides about malaria and health, so these influential leaders can drive positive malaria change among their… 15/10/2018 USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts works together with religious leaders to develop sermon guides about malaria and health, so these influential leaders can drive positive malaria change among their followers – a novel approach in Uganda...

08/10/2018 Technical brief Desempenho do sistema de vigilância de malária em Moçambique: uma avaliação exaustiva 08/10/2018

02/10/2018 Technical brief Malaria surveillance system performance in Mozambique: A comprehensive assessment Despite recent reductions in morbidity and mortality, malaria remains the largest public health problem in Mozambique, accounting for 29 percent of all hospital deaths and 42 percent of deaths among… 02/10/2018 Despite recent reductions in morbidity and mortality, malaria remains the largest public health problem in Mozambique, accounting for 29 percent of all hospital deaths and 42 percent of deaths among children under five. This brief summarises findings from a comprehensive…

25/09/2018 Poster Giving malaria the boot Uganda has one of the highest malaria infection rates in sub-Saharan Africa. Preventive interventions are available nationwide, but unengaged men (households’ core decision makers) remain key barriers to uptake. Based… 25/09/2018 Uganda has one of the highest malaria infection rates in sub-Saharan Africa. Preventive interventions are available nationwide, but unengaged men (households’ core decision makers) remain key barriers to uptake. Based on self-determination theory, USAID's Malaria Action Program for Districts and…

24/09/2018 Project brief Strengthening Uganda's response to malaria The Strengthening Uganda’s Response to Malaria (SURMa) project aims to improve access to and uptake of high-quality malaria prevention and control services. Malaria Consortium, in partnership with Unicef, is supporting… 24/09/2018 The Strengthening Uganda’s Response to Malaria (SURMa) project aims to improve access to and uptake of high-quality malaria prevention and control services. Malaria Consortium, in partnership with Unicef, is supporting the Ministry of Health to implement the project, funded by…

21/09/2018 Technical brief Essential tools for achieving malaria elimination in Myanmar This brief discusses the effectiveness of Myanmar’s malaria surveillance system in enhancing the management and use of data. It also considers the National Malaria Control Programme's efforts to develop capacity… 21/09/2018 This brief discusses the effectiveness of Myanmar’s malaria surveillance system in enhancing the management and use of data. It also considers the National Malaria Control Programme's efforts to develop capacity around surveillance, and monitoring and evaluation.

17/09/2018 Journal article Management and Follow-up Practices of Children with Unclassified Fever in Rural Ethiopia: Experiences of Health Extension Workers and Caregivers Different health-care management guidelines by the World Health Organization exist to help health workers in resource-limited settings treat patients. However, for children with unclassified fever and no danger signs, management… 17/09/2018 Different health-care management guidelines by the World Health Organization exist to help health workers in resource-limited settings treat patients. However, for children with unclassified fever and no danger signs, management guidelines are less clear and follow-up recommendations differ. Both a…

15/09/2018 Case study Sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine on essential drugs list for preventing malaria in pregnancy USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts influences the Government of Uganda, via the Ministry of Health, to take important steps in improving provision of SP (sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine) – an essential drug… 15/09/2018 USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts influences the Government of Uganda, via the Ministry of Health, to take important steps in improving provision of SP (sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine) – an essential drug needed for the prevention of malaria in pregnancy...

12/09/2018 Case study Malaria drops to no. 2 in terms of outpatient attendance in Masaka region, Uganda All districts in Masaka region, central Uganda are, for the first time reporting that malaria has fallen to become the second highest contributor to its outpatient department health issues, rather… 12/09/2018 All districts in Masaka region, central Uganda are, for the first time reporting that malaria has fallen to become the second highest contributor to its outpatient department health issues, rather than the highest...

06/09/2018 Journal article Improving health worker performance through text messaging: A mixed-methods evaluation of a pilot intervention designed to increase coverage of intermittent preventive treatment of malaria in pregnancy in West Nile, Uganda Poor health worker performance is a well-documented obstacle to quality service provision. Due to the increasingly widespread availability of mobile devices, mobile health (mHealth) has received growing attention as a… 06/09/2018 Poor health worker performance is a well-documented obstacle to quality service provision. Due to the increasingly widespread availability of mobile devices, mobile health (mHealth) has received growing attention as a service improvement tool. This pilot study explored feasibility, acceptability and…

05/09/2018 Case study MAPD supports improvement of malaria diagnostics capacity, outcomes and leadership USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts has built the technical and leadership capacity of Uganda to ensure accurate and appropriate malaria diagnostics... 05/09/2018 USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts has built the technical and leadership capacity of Uganda to ensure accurate and appropriate malaria diagnostics...

30/08/2018 Infographic Impact: Malaria Consortium and seasonal malaria chemoprevention Malaria Consortium has been distributing preventive treatments to children under five across the Sahel region to protect them from malaria during the past four rainy seasons. Case-control studies have found… 30/08/2018 Malaria Consortium has been distributing preventive treatments to children under five across the Sahel region to protect them from malaria during the past four rainy seasons. Case-control studies have found that one treatment course of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) per…

17/08/2018 Journal article Human and Simian Malaria in the Greater Mekong Subregion and Challenges for Elimination In recent years malaria initiatives have increasingly shifted from malaria control to a focus on achieving malaria elimination in the Southeast Asia region. However, this region experiences unique challenges in… 17/08/2018 In recent years malaria initiatives have increasingly shifted from malaria control to a focus on achieving malaria elimination in the Southeast Asia region. However, this region experiences unique challenges in this transition due to its distinctive malariaecosystem (mainly related to…

23/07/2018 Case study Village health club creates local solutions Since 2016, USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts (MAPD) has been working with key influencers to reduce the malaria burden in Uganda. One of them is Ernest, a volunteer community… 23/07/2018 Since 2016, USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts (MAPD) has been working with key influencers to reduce the malaria burden in Uganda. One of them is Ernest, a volunteer community health worker from Rutoke village who is promoting essential malaria…

19/07/2018 Journal article Community understanding of the concept of pre-referral treatment and how this impacts on referral related decision-making following the provision of rectal artesunate: A qualitative study in western Uganda Background Successful pre-referral treatment with rectal artesunate (RA) for suspected severe malaria requires operational linkages between community health workers (CHWs) and referral facilities, acceptance of pre-referral treatment and adherence to referral… 19/07/2018 Background Successful pre-referral treatment with rectal artesunate (RA) for suspected severe malaria requires operational linkages between community health workers (CHWs) and referral facilities, acceptance of pre-referral treatment and adherence to referral practices by CHWs and caregivers. This qualitative study investigated how…

29/06/2018 Journal article Design, Implementation, and Evaluation of a School Insecticide-Treated Net Distribution Program in Cross River State, Nigeria Background: In 2013, the World Health Organization recommended distribution through schools, health facilities, community health workers, and mass campaigns to maintain coverage with insecticide-treated nets (ITNs). We piloted school distribution in… 29/06/2018 Background: In 2013, the World Health Organization recommended distribution through schools, health facilities, community health workers, and mass campaigns to maintain coverage with insecticide-treated nets (ITNs). We piloted school distribution in 3 local government areas (LGAs) of Cross River State, Nigeria. Methods: From…

14/06/2018 Case study Pharaoh's story: Community health workers promote change through village health clubs Pharaoh, Bukinda village’s integrated community case management (iCCM) health worker, is working with members of his community to find solutions to common health issues through the establishment of village health… 14/06/2018 Pharaoh, Bukinda village’s integrated community case management (iCCM) health worker, is working with members of his community to find solutions to common health issues through the establishment of village health clubs. With his experience in iCCM, Pharaoh symbolises good health…

14/06/2018 Case study Improved management and prevention of malaria in pregnancy Effective management of malaria in pregnancy (MiP) requires key antimalarial commodities to always be available at health facilities. To improve the management and prevention of MiP, USAID’s Malaria Action Program… 14/06/2018 Effective management of malaria in pregnancy (MiP) requires key antimalarial commodities to always be available at health facilities. To improve the management and prevention of MiP, USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts (MAPD) project worked at district and national levels…

08/06/2018 Project brief No caminho para eliminação da malária através do fortalecimento do sistema de vigilância em Moçambique O foco do projeto é construir/estabelecer uma base de um sistema abrangente de vigilância da malária a ser implementado em todo o país e apoiando a agenda regional de eliminação… 08/06/2018 O foco do projeto é construir/estabelecer uma base de um sistema abrangente de vigilância da malária a ser implementado em todo o país e apoiando a agenda regional de eliminação da malária.

07/06/2018 Project brief Moving towards malaria elimination by strengthening surveillance in Mozambique This project focuses on building the foundation of a comprehensive nationwide malaria surveillance system and on supporting the regional malaria elimination agenda in Mozambique. 07/06/2018 This project focuses on building the foundation of a comprehensive nationwide malaria surveillance system and on supporting the regional malaria elimination agenda in Mozambique.

15/05/2018 Project brief upSCALE: Strengthening of the mobile health platform to improve quality and coverage of community-based maternal and child health care and disease surveillance in Mozambique The project aims to refine and expand a mobile health system for Mozambique's national community health worker programme to improve the quality and coverage of community-based health services and overall… 15/05/2018 The project aims to refine and expand a mobile health system for Mozambique's national community health worker programme to improve the quality and coverage of community-based health services and overall programme management.

15/05/2018 Project brief upSCALE: Fortalecimento do sistema móvel de saúde para melhorar a qualidade e a cobertura dos cuidados comunitários de saúde materno-infantil e vigilância de doenças em Moçambique Este projecto visa aprimorar e implementar um sistema móvel de saúde digital para o Programa Nacional dos Agentes Polivalentes Elementares em Moçambique, de modo a melhorar a qualidade e cobertura… 15/05/2018 Este projecto visa aprimorar e implementar um sistema móvel de saúde digital para o Programa Nacional dos Agentes Polivalentes Elementares em Moçambique, de modo a melhorar a qualidade e cobertura dos cuidados comunitários de saúde e a gestão do programa.

04/05/2018 Presentation Scaling up access to seasonal malaria chemoprevention in the Sahel Diego Moroso, Project Director for ACCESS-SMC, presented the feasibility, safety and effectiveness of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) at scale at the 2018 Multilateral Initiative on Malaria cConference. There is an… 04/05/2018 Diego Moroso, Project Director for ACCESS-SMC, presented the feasibility, safety and effectiveness of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) at scale at the 2018 Multilateral Initiative on Malaria cConference. There is an estimated gap of 12 to 18 million children who could…

02/05/2018 Case study Kibuuba’s key influencer: Promoting change from within Moses, a voluntary community health worker and key influencer from Uganda's Kibuuba village, is promoting essential malaria prevention and control behaviours. By working with local and district leaders to find… 02/05/2018 Moses, a voluntary community health worker and key influencer from Uganda's Kibuuba village, is promoting essential malaria prevention and control behaviours. By working with local and district leaders to find solutions to common health issues, he is creating sustainable change…

02/05/2018 Case study Strengthening regional referral hospitals to provide evidence‐based technical support to district health services USAID’s Malaria Action for Districts project has been working with the Ministry of Health in Uganda to strengthen the capacity of regional referral hospitals, improve the quality of their services… 02/05/2018 USAID’s Malaria Action for Districts project has been working with the Ministry of Health in Uganda to strengthen the capacity of regional referral hospitals, improve the quality of their services and improve the provision of technical supervision to districts. As…

24/04/2018 Poster Assessing the usability of a national guideline on malaria-lymphatic filariasis co-implementation in Nigeria This presentation argues that the roles and responsibilities of team members need to be delineated more clearly to improve the malaria-lymphatic filariasis co-implementation in Nigeria. It was presented at the… 24/04/2018 This presentation argues that the roles and responsibilities of team members need to be delineated more clearly to improve the malaria-lymphatic filariasis co-implementation in Nigeria. It was presented at the seventh Multilateral Initiative on Malaria Conference in April 2018 in…

24/04/2018 Poster Co-implementation of malaria, neglected tropical diseases, and water, sanitation and hygiene interventions in schools in Nigeria In 2013, Nigeria’s Ministry of Health launched a National Malaria Strategic Plan and a National NTD Master Plan to achieve pre-elimination of NTDs by 2020. While much progress has been… 24/04/2018 In 2013, Nigeria’s Ministry of Health launched a National Malaria Strategic Plan and a National NTD Master Plan to achieve pre-elimination of NTDs by 2020. While much progress has been made since, coordinated scale-up is needed to reach elimination. This…

24/04/2018 Poster Continuous long-lasting insecticidal net distribution through antenatal care facilities and primary schools Combining antenatal care facilities and primary schools as channels for continuous long-lasting insecticidal net distribution (LLIN) can help maintain high LLIN coverage at the community level in Uganda. This poster… 24/04/2018 Combining antenatal care facilities and primary schools as channels for continuous long-lasting insecticidal net distribution (LLIN) can help maintain high LLIN coverage at the community level in Uganda. This poster details Malaria Consortium’s approach and was presented at the seventh…

24/04/2018 Poster Scaling up community involvement for malaria prevention and control in Mozambique The Malaria Prevention and Control Project (2011-2017) aimed to reduce the number of malaria-related cases by improving the population’s knowledge of malaria, and promoting the uptake of effective malaria prevention… 24/04/2018 The Malaria Prevention and Control Project (2011-2017) aimed to reduce the number of malaria-related cases by improving the population’s knowledge of malaria, and promoting the uptake of effective malaria prevention and treatment practices at the community level. This poster discusses…

24/04/2018 Presentation What has changed? Community level perspectives on malaria prevention and control efforts in Mozambique This presentation was given at the 7th Multilateral Initiative on Malaria Conference in Dakar, Senegal in April 2018. 24/04/2018 This presentation was given at the 7th Multilateral Initiative on Malaria Conference in Dakar, Senegal in April 2018.

12/04/2018 Journal article Universal versus conditional third day follow-up visit for children with nonsevere unclassified fever at the community level in Ethiopia: Protocol for a cluster randomized noninferiority trial BackgroundUnder the World Health Organization’s integrated community case management strategy, febrile children seen by community health workers (on day one) without a diagnosable illness and without danger signs are advised… 12/04/2018 BackgroundUnder the World Health Organization’s integrated community case management strategy, febrile children seen by community health workers (on day one) without a diagnosable illness and without danger signs are advised to return on day three, regardless of symptom resolution. This…

22/03/2018 Journal article Impact of a 15-month multi-channel continuous distribution pilot on ITN ownership and access in Eastern Region, Ghana Background: Insecticide-treated nets are a key intervention for malaria prevention. While mass distribution can rapidly scale up ITN coverage, multiple channels may be needed to sustain high levels of ITN access… 22/03/2018 Background: Insecticide-treated nets are a key intervention for malaria prevention. While mass distribution can rapidly scale up ITN coverage, multiple channels may be needed to sustain high levels of ITN access and ownership. In Ghana's Eastern Region, a continuous ITN distribution…

10/03/2018 Case study Innovations in the net distribution coordination: the use of WhatsApp The second Uganda universal net coverage campaign, launched in February 2017, saw the innovative use of the messenger application – WhatsApp – improve central coordination, make decision-making quicker, and promote… 10/03/2018 The second Uganda universal net coverage campaign, launched in February 2017, saw the innovative use of the messenger application – WhatsApp – improve central coordination, make decision-making quicker, and promote information sharing during the campaign...

06/03/2018 Case study Le récit de Gassara: “Si la CPS est interrompue, les systèmes de santé risquent d'être débordés.” ACCESS-SMC est un projet sur trois ans, financé par UNITAID, qui soutient les Programmes Nationaux de Lutte contre le Paludisme pour mener à bien le premier déploiement à grande échelle… 06/03/2018 ACCESS-SMC est un projet sur trois ans, financé par UNITAID, qui soutient les Programmes Nationaux de Lutte contre le Paludisme pour mener à bien le premier déploiement à grande échelle de la Chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier (CPS) et ainsi sauver…

06/03/2018 Case study Le récit d’Hajara : “Si la distribution de CPS s’arrête, le paludisme va revenir, comme avant” ACCESS-SMC est un projet sur trois ans, financé par UNITAID, qui soutient les Programmes Nationaux de Lutte contre le Paludisme pour mener à bien le premier déploiement à grande échelle… 06/03/2018 ACCESS-SMC est un projet sur trois ans, financé par UNITAID, qui soutient les Programmes Nationaux de Lutte contre le Paludisme pour mener à bien le premier déploiement à grande échelle de la Chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier (CPS) et ainsi sauver…

05/03/2018 Case study Le récit de Bénédicte: “Mes enfants ne tombent plus malades pendant la saison des pluies. Je peux désormais économiser un peu d’argent.” ACCESS-SMC est un projet sur trois ans, financé par UNITAID, qui soutient les Programmes Nationaux de Lutte contre le Paludisme pour mener à bien le premier déploiement à grande échelle… 05/03/2018 ACCESS-SMC est un projet sur trois ans, financé par UNITAID, qui soutient les Programmes Nationaux de Lutte contre le Paludisme pour mener à bien le premier déploiement à grande échelle de la Chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier (CPS) et ainsi sauver…

28/02/2018 Newsletter A catalyst project comes to an end Through ACCESS-SMC — a three-year UNITAID-funded project — Malaria Consortium and Catholic Relief Services supported National Malaria Control Programmes to scale up access to seasonal malaria chemoprevention and save children’s… 28/02/2018 Through ACCESS-SMC — a three-year UNITAID-funded project — Malaria Consortium and Catholic Relief Services supported National Malaria Control Programmes to scale up access to seasonal malaria chemoprevention and save children’s lives across seven countries in the Sahel. This final newsletter…

27/02/2018 Case study Gassara’s story: “Health systems risk being overwhelmed by malaria if seasonal malaria chemoprevention is discontinued.” This case study from Chad highlights the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention. Through ACCESS-SMC — a three-year UNITAID-funded project — Malaria Consortium and Catholic Relief Services supported National Malaria Control… 27/02/2018 This case study from Chad highlights the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention. Through ACCESS-SMC — a three-year UNITAID-funded project — Malaria Consortium and Catholic Relief Services supported National Malaria Control Programmes to scale up access to seasonal malaria chemoprevention and…

12/02/2018 Newsletter Our first publications newsletter: Highlights from our recent publications Malaria Consortium launched the first edition of our publications newsletter with links to our most recent journal articles, papers and briefs. You can sign up to our publications newsletter here.… 12/02/2018 Malaria Consortium launched the first edition of our publications newsletter with links to our most recent journal articles, papers and briefs. You can sign up to our publications newsletter here.

08/02/2018 Infographic Communications to change attitudes to malaria in Ethiopia Malaria Consortium supported the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples’ Region of Ethiopia to improve the use and quality of community-based health services under the James Percy Foundation-funded ICIMS project. Through… 08/02/2018 Malaria Consortium supported the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples’ Region of Ethiopia to improve the use and quality of community-based health services under the James Percy Foundation-funded ICIMS project. Through social and behaviour change activities, the project increased the uptake…

08/02/2018 Learning brief Reducing the burden of malaria: Investing in social behaviour change communication and community-based health service delivery Integrated Community-based Interventions for Malaria Services (ICIMS) is a three-year James Percy Foundation-funded project that aims to improve the uptake and quality of community-based health services for over 507,000 people… 08/02/2018 Integrated Community-based Interventions for Malaria Services (ICIMS) is a three-year James Percy Foundation-funded project that aims to improve the uptake and quality of community-based health services for over 507,000 people in the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples’ Region of Ethiopia. This…

08/02/2018 Case study Army of women educate the community on malaria Working alongside health extension workers, health development army volunteers, many of them women, encourage behaviour change by regularly visiting neighbours to teach them about global health initiatives and encouraging good… 08/02/2018 Working alongside health extension workers, health development army volunteers, many of them women, encourage behaviour change by regularly visiting neighbours to teach them about global health initiatives and encouraging good health practices.

08/02/2018 Case study Health extension workers on a mission to raise awareness of malaria Integrated Community-based Interventions for Malaria Services (ICIMS) is a three-year James Percy Foundation-funded project that aims to improve the uptake and quality of community-based health services for over 507,000 people… 08/02/2018 Integrated Community-based Interventions for Malaria Services (ICIMS) is a three-year James Percy Foundation-funded project that aims to improve the uptake and quality of community-based health services for over 507,000 people in the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples' Region of Ethiopia.…

07/02/2018 Learning brief Integrating malaria education into primary school activities Malaria Consortium integrated edutainment-based malaria sessions into primary school classroom activities in Mozambique to provide children with basic knowledge around malaria transmission, symptoms, prevention and care-seeking as part of… 07/02/2018 Malaria Consortium integrated edutainment-based malaria sessions into primary school classroom activities in Mozambique to provide children with basic knowledge around malaria transmission, symptoms, prevention and care-seeking as part of the Malaria Prevention and Control project. This learning brief highlights…

07/02/2018 Learning brief Mobilizando as comunidades para a prevenção da malária em Moçambique Este documento de aprendizagem relata a experiência da Malaria Consortium no trabalho com as estruturas comunitárias e a capacitação de voluntários comunitários para disseminação de mensagens-chave sobre a malária para… 07/02/2018 Este documento de aprendizagem relata a experiência da Malaria Consortium no trabalho com as estruturas comunitárias e a capacitação de voluntários comunitários para disseminação de mensagens-chave sobre a malária para aumentar a utilização dos serviços de prevenção e tratamento da…

07/02/2018 Learning brief Nets bring good health: A qualitative inquiry This brief shares Malaria Consortium’s key findings from a qualitative inquiry into long-lasting insecticidal net (LLIN) use and care in two northern provinces of Mozambique: Niassa and Nampula. What drives… 07/02/2018 This brief shares Malaria Consortium’s key findings from a qualitative inquiry into long-lasting insecticidal net (LLIN) use and care in two northern provinces of Mozambique: Niassa and Nampula. What drives LLIN use? Which local perceptions regarding malaria prevention and control…

07/02/2018 Learning brief Mobilising communities for malaria prevention and control in Mozambique Through partnering with existing community structures in Mozambique, Malaria Consortium built the capacity of community-based volunteers to deliver key messages around malaria and increase the uptake of prevention and treatment… 07/02/2018 Through partnering with existing community structures in Mozambique, Malaria Consortium built the capacity of community-based volunteers to deliver key messages around malaria and increase the uptake of prevention and treatment services. This learning brief highlights a number of important lessons…

07/02/2018 Learning brief A rede traz saúde Este documento de aprendizagem apresenta os principais achados de uma auscultação qualitativa sobre práticas de uso e cuidado de redes mosquiteiras em duas províncias do norte de Moçambique, Niassa e… 07/02/2018 Este documento de aprendizagem apresenta os principais achados de uma auscultação qualitativa sobre práticas de uso e cuidado de redes mosquiteiras em duas províncias do norte de Moçambique, Niassa e Nampula. O documento apresenta as experiências e factores do uso,…

07/02/2018 Project report Malaria prevention and control in Mozambique: Scaling up for universal access with community involvement (2011-2017) This project overview summarises the objectives, strategies and key achievements of the Malaria Prevention and Control Project in Mozambique. This project sought to further reduce the number of malaria cases… 07/02/2018 This project overview summarises the objectives, strategies and key achievements of the Malaria Prevention and Control Project in Mozambique. This project sought to further reduce the number of malaria cases in the country through a range of interventions, including working…

07/02/2018 Project report Prevenção e controlo da malária em Moçambique: expansão para acesso universal com participação comunitária 2011-2017 Este resumo do Projecto de Prevenção e Controlo da Malária em Moçambique apresenta os objectivos, estratégias e principais resultados obtidos. Este projecto visou contribuir para uma redução dos casos de… 07/02/2018 Este resumo do Projecto de Prevenção e Controlo da Malária em Moçambique apresenta os objectivos, estratégias e principais resultados obtidos. Este projecto visou contribuir para uma redução dos casos de malária no país através de uma combinação de intervenções, que…

06/02/2018 Journal article Private sector malaria RDT initiative in Nigeria: lessons from an end-of-project stakeholder engagement meeting BackgroundThe malaria rapid diagnosis testing (RDT) landscape is rapidly evolving in health care delivery in Nigeria with many stakeholders playing or having potential for critical roles. A recent UNITAID grant… 06/02/2018 BackgroundThe malaria rapid diagnosis testing (RDT) landscape is rapidly evolving in health care delivery in Nigeria with many stakeholders playing or having potential for critical roles. A recent UNITAID grant supported a pilot project on the deployment of quality-assured RDTs…

02/02/2018 Case study Bénédicte’s story: “My children do not get sick during the rainy season anymore.” This case study from Burkina Faso highlights the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention. Through ACCESS-SMC — a three-year UNITAID-funded project — Malaria Consortium and Catholic Relief Services supported National Malaria… 02/02/2018 This case study from Burkina Faso highlights the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention. Through ACCESS-SMC — a three-year UNITAID-funded project — Malaria Consortium and Catholic Relief Services supported National Malaria Control Programmes to scale up access to seasonal malaria chemoprevention…

29/01/2018 Case study Hajara’s story: “If SMC distribution stops, malaria will come back as before.” This case study from Nigeria highlights the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention. Through ACCESS-SMC — a three-year UNITAID-funded project — Malaria Consortium and Catholic Relief Services supported National Malaria Control… 29/01/2018 This case study from Nigeria highlights the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention. Through ACCESS-SMC — a three-year UNITAID-funded project — Malaria Consortium and Catholic Relief Services supported National Malaria Control Programmes to scale up access to seasonal malaria chemoprevention and…

06/01/2018 Journal article Immediate assessment of performance of medical laboratory scientists following a 10-day malaria microscopy training programme in Nigeria Background Rapid and precise diagnosis of malaria is an essential element in effective case management and control of malaria. Malaria microscopy is used as the gold standard for malaria diagnosis, however,… 06/01/2018 Background Rapid and precise diagnosis of malaria is an essential element in effective case management and control of malaria. Malaria microscopy is used as the gold standard for malaria diagnosis, however, results remain poor as positivity rate in Nigeria is consistently…

07/12/2017 Newsletter Catch up: Malaria Consortium at ASTMH 2017 During the 66th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine in Baltimore (USA) in 2017, our experts gave presentations on malaria surveillance, case management, pneumonia diagnostics and managing… 07/12/2017 During the 66th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine in Baltimore (USA) in 2017, our experts gave presentations on malaria surveillance, case management, pneumonia diagnostics and managing unclassified fever.

29/11/2017 Project brief Sauver des vies – la CPS à grande échelle Le paludisme est une maladie prévisible et traitable, mais de nombreux enfants en Afrique en meurent avant leur cinquième anniversaire. Le projet ACCESS-SMC a prouvé la faisabilité et l’impact la… 29/11/2017 Le paludisme est une maladie prévisible et traitable, mais de nombreux enfants en Afrique en meurent avant leur cinquième anniversaire. Le projet ACCESS-SMC a prouvé la faisabilité et l’impact la chimioprévention du paludisme saisonnier (CPS) à grande échelle. La CPS,…

28/11/2017 Journal article Integrated community case management in a peri-urban setting: A qualitative evaluation in Wakiso District, Uganda Background Integrated community case management (iCCM) strategies aim to reach poor communities by providing timely access to treatment for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea for children under 5 years of age.… 28/11/2017 Background Integrated community case management (iCCM) strategies aim to reach poor communities by providing timely access to treatment for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea for children under 5 years of age. Community health workers, known as Village Health Teams (VHTs) in…

22/11/2017 Poster Transforming the malaria landscape: Results from a three-year implementation research project expanding access to seasonal malaria chemoprevention in seven Sahelian countries Malaria Consortium presented a poster detailing the results from the three-year ACCESS-SMC project at the 10th European Congress on Tropical Medicine and International Health in Antwerp, Belgium from 16–20 October… 22/11/2017 Malaria Consortium presented a poster detailing the results from the three-year ACCESS-SMC project at the 10th European Congress on Tropical Medicine and International Health in Antwerp, Belgium from 16–20 October 2017. The project focused on expanding access to seasonal malaria…

20/11/2017 Insight brief MAPD Youth Analysis Report Globally, there are few studies exploring malaria prevention and treatment among adolescents, with the exception of pregnant adolescents. This is despite the fact that malaria is the cause of 50… 20/11/2017 Globally, there are few studies exploring malaria prevention and treatment among adolescents, with the exception of pregnant adolescents. This is despite the fact that malaria is the cause of 50 percent of deaths in sub-Saharan African school children...

17/11/2017 Case study Improving health workers’ adherence to test, treat and track procedures Observing the test, treat and track policy requirements have been a challenge for health workers in overcrowded health facilities. A training that encouraged health workers to observe the standards of… 17/11/2017 Observing the test, treat and track policy requirements have been a challenge for health workers in overcrowded health facilities. A training that encouraged health workers to observe the standards of managing malaria cases has resulted in...

13/11/2017 Technical brief Seasonal malaria chemoprevention at scale: Saving lives Malaria is preventable and treatable, but many children in Africa still die from malaria before their fifth birthday. The ACCESS-SMC project has proven the feasibility, safety and effectiveness of seasonal… 13/11/2017 Malaria is preventable and treatable, but many children in Africa still die from malaria before their fifth birthday. The ACCESS-SMC project has proven the feasibility, safety and effectiveness of seasonal malaria chemoprevention at scale. An estimated gap of 12 to…

03/11/2017 Poster Determining the capability of family planning workers to deliver malaria case management in communities in Bandarban, Bangladesh This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2017. It discusses a pilot study implemented to determine if family planning health workers — when… 03/11/2017 This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2017. It discusses a pilot study implemented to determine if family planning health workers — when adequately trained, supplied and supervised — could manage malaria cases…

03/11/2017 Poster Malaria infection risk and use of insecticide treated nets in the context of insecticide resistance in Uganda This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2017. It discusses the results of a study on the level of personal protection provided by… 03/11/2017 This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2017. It discusses the results of a study on the level of personal protection provided by insecticide treated nets in the presence of pyrethroid resistance, which…

03/11/2017 Poster Health worker and policy maker perspectives on use of intramuscular artesunate for pre-referral and definitive treatment of severe malaria at health posts in Ethiopia This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2017. It discusses the perspectives of health workers and policy makers on the use of intramuscular… 03/11/2017 This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2017. It discusses the perspectives of health workers and policy makers on the use of intramuscular artesunate as a pre-referral and definitive treatment for severe malaria…

03/11/2017 Poster Effect of a community-based intervention on improving care-seeking behaviour for sick children under five in hard-to-reach communities in Niger state, Nigeria This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2017. It discusses ways to increase access to diagnosis, treatment and referrals for malaria, pneumonia and… 03/11/2017 This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2017. It discusses ways to increase access to diagnosis, treatment and referrals for malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea at the community level, as well as stimulate policy…

30/10/2017 Project report USAID Malaria Action Program for Districts: Year 1 report During MAPD's first year, the project rapidly completed its start-up activities and conducted capacity building, health system strengthening, and activity implementation in all districts. Read the Year 1 report in… 30/10/2017 During MAPD's first year, the project rapidly completed its start-up activities and conducted capacity building, health system strengthening, and activity implementation in all districts. Read the Year 1 report in full...

17/10/2017 Annual review Trustees' report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2017 Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2017. 17/10/2017 Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2017.

17/10/2017 Annual review Highlights of the year 2016–2017 Our 2016–2017 highlights present a selection of key achievements and challenges for the year. The full Trustees’ report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2017 is available… 17/10/2017 Our 2016–2017 highlights present a selection of key achievements and challenges for the year. The full Trustees’ report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2017 is available here. View interactive version

15/10/2017 Case study Mothers receive the right number of IPTp doses to prevent malaria in pregnancy USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts in Uganda has been improving the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment for malaria by pregnant women visiting antenatal centers... 15/10/2017 USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts in Uganda has been improving the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment for malaria by pregnant women visiting antenatal centers...

09/10/2017 Learning brief Implementing mass long lasting insecticidal net distribution campaigns in Mozambique This learning brief shares Malaria Consortium’s experience from implementing a long lasting insecticidal net distribution campaign in two provinces in Mozambique to reduce the malaria burden. Six values guided the… 09/10/2017 This learning brief shares Malaria Consortium’s experience from implementing a long lasting insecticidal net distribution campaign in two provinces in Mozambique to reduce the malaria burden. Six values guided the implementation: technical excellence, collaboration, innovation, responsiveness, results orientation and integrity.

09/10/2017 Learning brief Implementando campanhas de distribuição em massa de redes mosquiteiras tratadas com inseticida de longa duração em Moçambique O presente documento partilha a experiência da Malaria Consortium em implementar as campanhas de distribuição REMILDS nas duas províncias e da colaboração com parceiros nos esforços para reduzir o peso… 09/10/2017 O presente documento partilha a experiência da Malaria Consortium em implementar as campanhas de distribuição REMILDS nas duas províncias e da colaboração com parceiros nos esforços para reduzir o peso da malária em Moçambique. O sumário destaca seis valores que…

29/09/2017 Newsletter ACCESS-SMC September 2017 newsletter Malaria Consortium has achieved high coverage of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Burkina Faso, Chad and Nigeria. In Burkina Faso and Chad we are even reaching more children than initially targeted.… 29/09/2017 Malaria Consortium has achieved high coverage of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Burkina Faso, Chad and Nigeria. In Burkina Faso and Chad we are even reaching more children than initially targeted. Read about the major strides the ACCESS-SMC project is making…

27/09/2017 Advocacy brief Vector control: The untapped potential for neglected tropical diseases Nine of the 12 major diseases transmitted by vectors are classified as neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). Collectively, they account for nearly 300,000 deaths a year, yet vector control interventions for… 27/09/2017 Nine of the 12 major diseases transmitted by vectors are classified as neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). Collectively, they account for nearly 300,000 deaths a year, yet vector control interventions for these diseases have often been overlooked and under-funded. To tackle…

04/09/2017 Case study Students and teachers fight malaria This case study highlights the power of knowledge in the fight against malaria. Malaria Consortium worked closely with district health and education offices to promote malaria awareness and improve health… 04/09/2017 This case study highlights the power of knowledge in the fight against malaria. Malaria Consortium worked closely with district health and education offices to promote malaria awareness and improve health seeking behaviour through the introduction of anti-malaria school clubs in…

17/08/2017 Journal article Evaluation of a continuous community-based insecticide-treated nets distribution pilot in Lainya County, South Sudan 2012–2013 Background Continuous distribution of insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) has now been accepted as one way of sustaining ITN universal coverage. Community-based channels offer an interesting means of delivering ITNs to households to… 17/08/2017 Background Continuous distribution of insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) has now been accepted as one way of sustaining ITN universal coverage. Community-based channels offer an interesting means of delivering ITNs to households to sustain universal ITN coverage. The objective of this study was…

10/08/2017 Journal article Evaluation of community-based continuous distribution of long lasting insecticide-treated nets in Toamasina II District, Madagascar Background Continuous distribution of insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) is thought to be an effective mechanism to maintain ITN ownership and access between or in the absence of mass campaigns, but evidence is… 10/08/2017 Background Continuous distribution of insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) is thought to be an effective mechanism to maintain ITN ownership and access between or in the absence of mass campaigns, but evidence is limited. A community-based ITN distribution pilot was implemented and evaluated…

08/08/2017 Newsletter Community-based primary healthcare newsletter It has been a busy time for Malaria Consortium's community-based primary healthcare (CBPHC) projects. Over the past few weeks, our experts hosted an end of project meeting for our integrated… 08/08/2017 It has been a busy time for Malaria Consortium's community-based primary healthcare (CBPHC) projects. Over the past few weeks, our experts hosted an end of project meeting for our integrated community case management (iCCM) project in Myanmar, we launched our…

02/08/2017 Advocacy report Community-based primary healthcare: The key to unlocking health for all Community-based primary healthcare (CBPHC) delivers a range of health services to hard-to-reach and under-served communities. It can be the mechanism through which universal health coverage can be made a reality… 02/08/2017 Community-based primary healthcare (CBPHC) delivers a range of health services to hard-to-reach and under-served communities. It can be the mechanism through which universal health coverage can be made a reality and Sustainable Development Goal three can be achieved. Through CBPHC,…

31/07/2017 Case study Reaching all children, no matter what ACCESS-SMC is a three-year UNITAID-funded project, led by Malaria Consortium in partnership with Catholic Relief Services, which is supporting National Malaria Control Programmes to scale up access to seasonal malaria… 31/07/2017 ACCESS-SMC is a three-year UNITAID-funded project, led by Malaria Consortium in partnership with Catholic Relief Services, which is supporting National Malaria Control Programmes to scale up access to seasonal malaria chemoprevention across seven countries in the Sahel. This case study…

27/07/2017 Project brief Trans-border malaria: Mapping high-risk populations and targeting hotspots with novel intervention packages This project contributes to the control and elimination of P. falciparum malaria and artemisinin resistance in the border regions of Cambodia and Thailand. It does so by identifying and addressing… 27/07/2017 This project contributes to the control and elimination of P. falciparum malaria and artemisinin resistance in the border regions of Cambodia and Thailand. It does so by identifying and addressing channels of parasite transmission, eliminating hotspots and encouraging affected communities…

27/07/2017 Project report inFocus: Trans-border malaria programme Cambodia Since 2015, Malaria Consortium, Raks Thai Foundation and Population Services Khmer have been working together to strengthen early detection and treatment of malaria through surveillance in Thailand and Cambodia, with… 27/07/2017 Since 2015, Malaria Consortium, Raks Thai Foundation and Population Services Khmer have been working together to strengthen early detection and treatment of malaria through surveillance in Thailand and Cambodia, with support from the Global Fund to Fight Aids, Tuberculosis and…

18/07/2017 Presentation Improving health worker performance through text messaging: Pilot intervention designed to increase coverage of IPTp At Roll Back Malaria's fourth annual Social Behaviour Change Communication Working Group meeting, Malaria Consortium’s Christian Rassi presented lessons learnt from a successful pilot study designed to address key barriers… 18/07/2017 At Roll Back Malaria's fourth annual Social Behaviour Change Communication Working Group meeting, Malaria Consortium’s Christian Rassi presented lessons learnt from a successful pilot study designed to address key barriers to intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy (IPTp) uptake in West…

18/07/2017 Presentation Exploring community response to seasonal malaria chemoprevention in different contexts At Roll Back Malaria's fourth annual Social Behaviour Change Communication Working Group meeting, Malaria Consortium’s Harriet Kivumbi presented lessons learnt from the UNITAID-funded ACCESS-SMC project, led by Malaria Consortium in… 18/07/2017 At Roll Back Malaria's fourth annual Social Behaviour Change Communication Working Group meeting, Malaria Consortium’s Harriet Kivumbi presented lessons learnt from the UNITAID-funded ACCESS-SMC project, led by Malaria Consortium in partnership with Catholic Relief Services.

18/07/2017 Presentation Mitigating gender and cultural barriers for a successful seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in Nigeria At Roll Back Malaria's fourth annual Social Behaviour Change Communication Working Group meeting, Malaria Consortium’s Harriet Kivumbi presented lessons learnt from the UNITAID-funded ACCESS-SMC project, led by Malaria Consortium in… 18/07/2017 At Roll Back Malaria's fourth annual Social Behaviour Change Communication Working Group meeting, Malaria Consortium’s Harriet Kivumbi presented lessons learnt from the UNITAID-funded ACCESS-SMC project, led by Malaria Consortium in partnership with Catholic Relief Services.

12/07/2017 Project brief upSCALE: A digital health platform for effective health systems This brochure outlines the upSCALE platform, a digital strategy created to strengthen health systems and community health delivery, currently being implemented in the Mozambique provinces of Inhambane, Cabo Delgado and… 12/07/2017 This brochure outlines the upSCALE platform, a digital strategy created to strengthen health systems and community health delivery, currently being implemented in the Mozambique provinces of Inhambane, Cabo Delgado and soon in Zambezia. The platform collects real-time data entered by…

05/07/2017 Case study Delivering nets at the last mile: Success through promoting a culture of net use This success story discusses USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts, which distributed one million long lasting insecticidal nets to 1,978,114 people in three districts in Uganda in February and March… 05/07/2017 This success story discusses USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts, which distributed one million long lasting insecticidal nets to 1,978,114 people in three districts in Uganda in February and March 2017. A focus on promoting positive behaviour change led to…

29/06/2017 Newsletter ACCESS-SMC June 2017 newsletter ACCESS-SMC brought together leaders in malaria prevention to reach over 6.4 million children in seven countries across the Sahel in 2016. This year, ACCESS-SMC will implement one last season to… 29/06/2017 ACCESS-SMC brought together leaders in malaria prevention to reach over 6.4 million children in seven countries across the Sahel in 2016. This year, ACCESS-SMC will implement one last season to reach roughly 3.9 million children in Burkina Faso, Chad and…

29/06/2017 Newsletter Dr Sylvia Meek Scholarship for Entomology in Asia newsletter The Dr Sylvia Meek Faculty of Tropical Medicine Scholarship for Entomology offers support to public health entomology students to help south and southeast Asia progress towards malaria elimination. Find out… 29/06/2017 The Dr Sylvia Meek Faculty of Tropical Medicine Scholarship for Entomology offers support to public health entomology students to help south and southeast Asia progress towards malaria elimination. Find out how you can apply here.

14/06/2017 Journal article Experiences from developing and upgrading a web-based surveillance system for malaria elimination in Cambodia Abstract Strengthening the surveillance component is key toward achieving country-wide malaria elimination in Cambodia. A web-based upgraded malaria information system (MIS) was deemed to essentially act as the central component for… 14/06/2017 Abstract Strengthening the surveillance component is key toward achieving country-wide malaria elimination in Cambodia. A web-based upgraded malaria information system (MIS) was deemed to essentially act as the central component for surveillance strengthening. New functionality (eg, data visualization) and operational (eg,…

07/06/2017 Journal article Community dialogues for child health: Results from a qualitative process evaluation in three countries Background Across the developing world, countries are increasingly adop ting the integrated community casemanagement of childhood illnesses (iCCM) strategy in efforts to reduce child mortality. This intervention’s effectivenessis dependent on community… 07/06/2017 Background Across the developing world, countries are increasingly adop ting the integrated community casemanagement of childhood illnesses (iCCM) strategy in efforts to reduce child mortality. This intervention’s effectivenessis dependent on community adop tion and changes in care-seeking practices. We assessed the…

15/05/2017 Case study Malaria attains a spot on district agenda USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts supported the Ministry of Health to organize a Grand Round meeting to sensitize district leaders on malaria control and highlight the need to allocate… 15/05/2017 USAID’s Malaria Action Program for Districts supported the Ministry of Health to organize a Grand Round meeting to sensitize district leaders on malaria control and highlight the need to allocate resources for malaria control in the Rwenzori region...

02/05/2017 Case study Awareness raising activities increase community engagement in malaria prevention In Uganda – where the malaria burden is among the highest in the world – raising public awareness of the disease is helping to contribute to the prevention and treatment… 02/05/2017 In Uganda – where the malaria burden is among the highest in the world – raising public awareness of the disease is helping to contribute to the prevention and treatment of malaria in communities...

28/04/2017 Newsletter Mozambica News Esta é a edição mais recente do boletim informativo da Malaria Consortium Moçambique que apresenta um instantâneo das nossas actividades. Nossos funcionários explicam nossa abordagem ao engajamento comunitário na luta… 28/04/2017 Esta é a edição mais recente do boletim informativo da Malaria Consortium Moçambique que apresenta um instantâneo das nossas actividades. Nossos funcionários explicam nossa abordagem ao engajamento comunitário na luta contra a malária, o apoio aos agentes polivalentes elementares de…

26/04/2017 Newsletter World Malaria Day newsletter Tuesday 25 April marked the 11th annual World Malaria Day. In support, Malaria Consortium ran a seven day campaign highlighting our achievements in the fight against malaria, the cost-effectiveness of… 26/04/2017 Tuesday 25 April marked the 11th annual World Malaria Day. In support, Malaria Consortium ran a seven day campaign highlighting our achievements in the fight against malaria, the cost-effectiveness of our interventions and the huge impact reducing malaria has on…

25/04/2017 Newsletter ACCESS-SMC April 2017 newsletter ACCESS-SMC's impact in the fight against malaria has led to seasonal malaria chemoprevention becoming a key intervention in eligible countries' national malaria control strategic plans. Preparation for the 2017 campaign… 25/04/2017 ACCESS-SMC's impact in the fight against malaria has led to seasonal malaria chemoprevention becoming a key intervention in eligible countries' national malaria control strategic plans. Preparation for the 2017 campaign has begun to ensure continued high coverage as donors, governments,…

20/04/2017 Journal article Insecticide resistance patterns in Uganda and the effect of indoor residual spraying with bendiocarb on kdr L1014S frequencies in Anopheles gambiae s.s. Background Resistance of malaria vectors to pyrethroid insecticides has been attributed to selection pressure from long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs), indoor residual spraying (IRS), and the use of chemicals in agriculture. The… 20/04/2017 Background Resistance of malaria vectors to pyrethroid insecticides has been attributed to selection pressure from long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs), indoor residual spraying (IRS), and the use of chemicals in agriculture. The use of different classes of insecticides in combination or by…

20/04/2017 Journal article Quality issues with malaria rapid diagnostic test accessories and buffer packaging: Findings from a five-country private sector project in Africa Background: Use of antigen-detecting malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) has increased exponentially over the last decade. WHO's Global Malaria Programme, FIND, and other collaborators have established a quality assurance scheme to… 20/04/2017 Background: Use of antigen-detecting malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) has increased exponentially over the last decade. WHO's Global Malaria Programme, FIND, and other collaborators have established a quality assurance scheme to guide product selection, lot verification, transport, storage, and training procedures.…

17/04/2017 Journal article Travel and the emergence of high-level drug resistance in Plasmodium falciparum in southwest Uganda: Results from a population-based study Background The I164L mutation on the dhfr gene confers high level resistance to sulfadoxine–pyrimethamine (SP) but it is rare in Africa except in a cluster of reports where prevalence >10%… 17/04/2017 Background The I164L mutation on the dhfr gene confers high level resistance to sulfadoxine–pyrimethamine (SP) but it is rare in Africa except in a cluster of reports where prevalence >10% in highland areas of southwest Uganda and eastern Rwanda. The…

31/03/2017 Learning brief Informing policy and practice to improve quality of care for malaria in pregnancy in Uganda Which activities supported the uptake of results from an operational research study that explored the barriers to achieving high coverage of intermittent preventive treatment for malaria in pregnancy in Uganda?… 31/03/2017 Which activities supported the uptake of results from an operational research study that explored the barriers to achieving high coverage of intermittent preventive treatment for malaria in pregnancy in Uganda? This learning brief is particularly useful for researchers wishing to…

29/03/2017 Research brief Strengthening service delivery for malaria in pregnancy: A mobile health pilot intervention in West Nile, Uganda To address key barriers to the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment for malaria in pregnancy (IPTp), Malaria Consortium developed a pilot intervention that trained health workers on malaria in pregnancy.… 29/03/2017 To address key barriers to the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment for malaria in pregnancy (IPTp), Malaria Consortium developed a pilot intervention that trained health workers on malaria in pregnancy. Following the training, they received text messages reinforcing the training…

28/03/2017 Journal article Acceptability of insecticide-treated clothing for malaria prevention among migrant rubber tappers in Myanmar: A cluster-randomised non-inferiority crossover trial Background Insecticide-treated clothing (ITC) has long been used for military and outdoor recreational purposes and there is substantial evidence to show that it can protect against arthropod biting. As a complementary… 28/03/2017 Background Insecticide-treated clothing (ITC) has long been used for military and outdoor recreational purposes and there is substantial evidence to show that it can protect against arthropod biting. As a complementary vector control measure, ITC could be used to address outdoor…

27/02/2017 Poster Cross border surveillance initiatives targeting mobile and migrant populations: Lessons learnt from Cambodia This poster was presented at the 2017 Keystone Symposia Global Health Series on 'Malaria: From Innovation to Eradication'. It assesses the underlying factors associated with malaria infection in mobile and… 27/02/2017 This poster was presented at the 2017 Keystone Symposia Global Health Series on 'Malaria: From Innovation to Eradication'. It assesses the underlying factors associated with malaria infection in mobile and migrant populations, as well as the differences between official and…

03/02/2017 Annual review Malaria Consortium strategy 2015–2019 To achieve our mission, Malaria Consortium will work with partners — including all levels of government — to improve the lives of all in Africa and Asia, especially the poorest… 03/02/2017 To achieve our mission, Malaria Consortium will work with partners — including all levels of government — to improve the lives of all in Africa and Asia, especially the poorest and most marginalised. We will target key health burdens, including…

17/01/2017 Newsletter Newsletter: Top moments of 2016 In 2016, we continued to help improve lives in Africa and Asia through sustainable, evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote child and maternal health with the support of… 17/01/2017 In 2016, we continued to help improve lives in Africa and Asia through sustainable, evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote child and maternal health with the support of our donors, partners and collaborators. Take a look at our…

10/01/2017 Learning brief Seasonal malaria chemoprevention: Transforming the malaria landscape in the Sahel ACCESS-SMC is a UNITAID-funded project, led by Malaria Consortium in partnership with Catholic Relief Services. This learning brief discusses the project’s approach to scaling up seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) and… 10/01/2017 ACCESS-SMC is a UNITAID-funded project, led by Malaria Consortium in partnership with Catholic Relief Services. This learning brief discusses the project’s approach to scaling up seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) and its impact on reducing malaria in children under five across…

23/12/2016 Newsletter ACCESS-SMC December newsletter As the 2016 ACCESS-SMC campaign comes to a close, over six million children in the Sahel region have been successfully administered seasonal malaria chemoprevention. Project Director Diego Morso looks back… 23/12/2016 As the 2016 ACCESS-SMC campaign comes to a close, over six million children in the Sahel region have been successfully administered seasonal malaria chemoprevention. Project Director Diego Morso looks back at what has been accomplished.

16/12/2016 Project brief Transitional, enhanced, accessible malaria surveillance This project aims to strengthen Myanmar's surveillance, and monitoring and evaluation systems to help the country meet its malaria elimination objectives. After developing a new malaria surveillance tool together with… 16/12/2016 This project aims to strengthen Myanmar's surveillance, and monitoring and evaluation systems to help the country meet its malaria elimination objectives. After developing a new malaria surveillance tool together with the National Malaria Control Programme, Malaria Consortium rolled out the…

09/12/2016 Poster The correlation between the Premise Condition Index and the presence of adult Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in Kampong Cham, Cambodia This poster was presented at the2016 Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting and looks at the association between the overall Premise Condition Index score and the presence of adult female Aedes… 09/12/2016 This poster was presented at the2016 Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting and looks at the association between the overall Premise Condition Index score and the presence of adult female Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. The Premise Condition Index was developed as a…

07/12/2016 Training materials Diagnose and treat febrile illnesses — malaria This training course targets private sector sales representatives of malaria rapid diagnostic test (mRDT) manufacturers, as well as registered mRDT providers. The modules cover how to provide quality diagnosis and… 07/12/2016 This training course targets private sector sales representatives of malaria rapid diagnostic test (mRDT) manufacturers, as well as registered mRDT providers. The modules cover how to provide quality diagnosis and fever case management using mRDTs. They also increase the capacity…

21/11/2016 Learning paper Implementing mobile health solutions Malaria Consortium’s inSCALE project has been working to scale up quality integrated community case management programmes to improve child health in Uganda and Mozambique. This learning paper details the process… 21/11/2016 Malaria Consortium’s inSCALE project has been working to scale up quality integrated community case management programmes to improve child health in Uganda and Mozambique. This learning paper details the process of establishing mobile health interventions to improve community health workers’…

21/11/2016 Learning paper Implementação da tecnologia móvel da saúde O projeto inSCALE da Malaria Consortium tem se empenhado para aumentar a qualidade dos programas de manejo integrado de casos na comunidade, de forma a melhorar a saúde infantil na… 21/11/2016 O projeto inSCALE da Malaria Consortium tem se empenhado para aumentar a qualidade dos programas de manejo integrado de casos na comunidade, de forma a melhorar a saúde infantil na Uganda e em Moçambique. Este Documento de Aprendizagem detalha o…

20/11/2016 Annual review Trustees report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2016 Take a look at Malaria Consortium's trustees report and financial statements for the year that ended 31 March 2016. Also read the highlights from the trustees report and financial statements… 20/11/2016 Take a look at Malaria Consortium's trustees report and financial statements for the year that ended 31 March 2016. Also read the highlights from the trustees report and financial statements 2015–2016.

20/11/2016 Annual review Highlights from the trustees report and financial statements 2015–2016 During the first operating year of Malaria Consortium’s 2015–2019 strategy, we continued to deliver on our mission to improve lives in Africa and Asia through sustainable, evidence-based programmes that combat… 20/11/2016 During the first operating year of Malaria Consortium’s 2015–2019 strategy, we continued to deliver on our mission to improve lives in Africa and Asia through sustainable, evidence-based programmes that combat targeted diseases and promote child and maternal health. This review…

18/11/2016 Poster Improving the coverage of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy through text messaging health workers in West Nile, Uganda This poster was presented at the 2016 American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference. It discusses a project that aimed to tackle malaria infection in pregnant women through intermittent… 18/11/2016 This poster was presented at the 2016 American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference. It discusses a project that aimed to tackle malaria infection in pregnant women through intermittent preventive treatment and evaluates ways to effectively implement this intervention.

15/11/2016 Presentation upSCALE: Mobile health system strengthening The upSCALE project will design and implement a mobile health system in Mozambique, using real-time data collected by community health workers in order to improve the management and delivery of… 15/11/2016 The upSCALE project will design and implement a mobile health system in Mozambique, using real-time data collected by community health workers in order to improve the management and delivery of quality community health services.

04/11/2016 Journal article Assessing demand-side barriers to uptake of intermittent preventive treatment for malaria in pregnancy: A qualitative study in two regions of Uganda Background To prevent malaria infection during pregnancy in endemic areas in Africa, the World Health Organization recommends the administration of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy (IPTp) as part of the focused… 04/11/2016 Background To prevent malaria infection during pregnancy in endemic areas in Africa, the World Health Organization recommends the administration of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy (IPTp) as part of the focused antenatal care package. However, IPTp uptake in most countries remains…

04/11/2016 Research brief Assessing and addressing barriers to the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy in Uganda This research brief evaluates the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy (IPTp) in areas of medium or high malaria transmission. IPTp is typically provided as part of the focused… 04/11/2016 This research brief evaluates the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy (IPTp) in areas of medium or high malaria transmission. IPTp is typically provided as part of the focused antenatal care model, yet various issues are hindering the effective…

27/10/2016 Journal article An optimised age-based dosing regimen for single low-dose primaquine for blocking malaria transmission in Cambodia Background In 2012, the World Health Organization recommended the addition of single low-dose primaquine (SLDPQ, 0.25 mg base/kg body weight) to artemisinin combination therapies to block the transmission of Plasmodium falciparum… 27/10/2016 Background In 2012, the World Health Organization recommended the addition of single low-dose primaquine (SLDPQ, 0.25 mg base/kg body weight) to artemisinin combination therapies to block the transmission of Plasmodium falciparum without testing for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency. The targeted group was…

18/10/2016 Journal article Health worker and policy-maker perspectives on use of intramuscular artesunate for pre-referral and definitive treatment of severe malaria at health posts in Ethiopia Background The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends injectable artesunate given either intravenously or by the intramuscular route for definitive treatment for severe malaria and recommends a single intramuscular dose of… 18/10/2016 Background The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends injectable artesunate given either intravenously or by the intramuscular route for definitive treatment for severe malaria and recommends a single intramuscular dose of intramuscular artesunate or intramuscular artemether or intramuscular quinine, in that…

12/10/2016 Journal article Health worker perspectives on the possible use of intramuscular artesunate for the treatment of severe malaria at lower-level health facilities in settings with poor access to referral facilities in Nigeria: a qualitative study Background Innovative strategies are needed to reduce malaria mortality in high burden countries like Nigeria. Given that one of the important reasons for this high malaria mortality is delay in receiving… 12/10/2016 Background Innovative strategies are needed to reduce malaria mortality in high burden countries like Nigeria. Given that one of the important reasons for this high malaria mortality is delay in receiving effective treatment, improved access to such treatment is critical. Intramuscular…

05/10/2016 Journal article Plasmodium vivax Malaria in Cambodia Background The Cambodian National Strategic Plan for Elimination of Malaria aims to move step by step toward elimination of malaria across Cambodia with an initial focus on Plasmodium falciparum malaria before… 05/10/2016 Background The Cambodian National Strategic Plan for Elimination of Malaria aims to move step by step toward elimination of malaria across Cambodia with an initial focus on Plasmodium falciparum malaria before achieving elimination of all forms of malaria, including Plasmodium vivax…

29/09/2016 Journal article Molecular determinants of sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine resistance in Plasmodium falciparum in Nigeria and the regional emergence of dhps 431V Background There are few published reports of mutations in dihydropteroate synthetase (dhps) and dihydrofolate reductase (dhfr) genes in P. falciparum populations in Nigeria, but one previous study has recorded a novel… 29/09/2016 Background There are few published reports of mutations in dihydropteroate synthetase (dhps) and dihydrofolate reductase (dhfr) genes in P. falciparum populations in Nigeria, but one previous study has recorded a novel dhps mutation at codon 431 among infections imported to the…

19/09/2016 Case study Strengthening the community approach to malaria prevention To bridge the gaps in health service delivery at the community level, Malaria Consortium is implementing the Integrated Community-based Interventions for Malaria Services project from 2014–2017 in the Southern Nations,… 19/09/2016 To bridge the gaps in health service delivery at the community level, Malaria Consortium is implementing the Integrated Community-based Interventions for Malaria Services project from 2014–2017 in the Southern Nations, Nationalities and People’s Region (SNNPR), Ethiopia. This story highlights the…

15/09/2016 Journal article The use of formative research to inform the design of a seasonal malaria chemoprevention intervention in northern Nigeria Background Experience of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) is growing in the Sahel sub-region of Africa, though there remains insufficient evidence to recommend a standard deployment strategy. In 2012, a project was… 15/09/2016 Background Experience of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) is growing in the Sahel sub-region of Africa, though there remains insufficient evidence to recommend a standard deployment strategy. In 2012, a project was initiated in Katsina state, northern Nigeria, to design an appropriate…

09/09/2016 Presentation ‘The health shop’: Applying integrated marketing communication to generate demand for malaria testing This presentation was given during the 2015 World Social Marketing Conference in Sydney and was awarded the title ‘Best paper from a non-OECD country’. It discusses a pilot project that… 09/09/2016 This presentation was given during the 2015 World Social Marketing Conference in Sydney and was awarded the title ‘Best paper from a non-OECD country’. It discusses a pilot project that aimed to generate demand for artemisinin based combination therapies in…

06/09/2016 Journal article National malaria prevalence in Cambodia: Microscopy versus polymerase chain reaction estimates Abstract Accurate information regarding malaria prevalence at national level is required to design and assess malaria control/elimination efforts. Although many comparisons of microscopy and polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based methods have been… 06/09/2016 Abstract Accurate information regarding malaria prevalence at national level is required to design and assess malaria control/elimination efforts. Although many comparisons of microscopy and polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based methods have been conducted, there is little published literature covering such comparisons in…

22/07/2016 Learning brief Evaluating access and coverage of community-based management of acute malnutrition in South Sudan This learning brief describes how Malaria Consortium is facilitating community-based management of acute malnutrition in children 6–59 months through the integrated community case management structures in Aweil Centre and Aweil… 22/07/2016 This learning brief describes how Malaria Consortium is facilitating community-based management of acute malnutrition in children 6–59 months through the integrated community case management structures in Aweil Centre and Aweil West.

12/07/2016 Presentation Positive deviance: An innovative approach to improve malaria outcomes This presentation was prepared for the Roll Back Malaria Communication Community of Practice call. It discusses Malaria Consortium's experience in implementing a positive deviance approach in the Greater Mekong Subregion… 12/07/2016 This presentation was prepared for the Roll Back Malaria Communication Community of Practice call. It discusses Malaria Consortium's experience in implementing a positive deviance approach in the Greater Mekong Subregion to improve malaria outcomes.

12/07/2016 Advocacy report Racing against time: Protecting the gains achieved in malaria control against drug resistance This special report is published by the All-Party Parliamentary Group and co-authored by Malaria Consortium. It highlights the growing threat of resistance to artemisinin combination therapies — currently the most… 12/07/2016 This special report is published by the All-Party Parliamentary Group and co-authored by Malaria Consortium. It highlights the growing threat of resistance to artemisinin combination therapies — currently the most effective malaria drug — and discusses solutions to tackling drug…

04/07/2016 ACCESS-SMC: SBCC ACCESS-SMC factsheet ACCESS-SMC is a UNITAID-funded project, led by Malaria Consortium in partnership with Catholic Relief Services. The project supports National Malaria Control Programmes to scale up access to seasonal malaria chemoprevention… 04/07/2016 ACCESS-SMC is a UNITAID-funded project, led by Malaria Consortium in partnership with Catholic Relief Services. The project supports National Malaria Control Programmes to scale up access to seasonal malaria chemoprevention across the Sahel. This factsheet provides an introduction to the…

04/07/2016 Journal article Assessing supply-side barriers to uptake of intermittent preventive treatment for malaria in pregnancy: A qualitative study and document and record review in two regions of Uganda Background Intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy (IPTp) with sulfadoxine–pyrimethamine (SP), provided as part of routine antenatal care (ANC), is one of three malaria-in-pregnancy prevention and control mechanisms recommended by the World… 04/07/2016 Background Intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy (IPTp) with sulfadoxine–pyrimethamine (SP), provided as part of routine antenatal care (ANC), is one of three malaria-in-pregnancy prevention and control mechanisms recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). However, despite high ANC attendance and increased…

02/07/2016 Newsletter Saving lives in the Sahel In the Sahel region of sub-Saharan Africa, 60 percent of malaria cases occur during the rainy season. Among those most at risk are children under five. Seasonal malaria chemoprevention is… 02/07/2016 In the Sahel region of sub-Saharan Africa, 60 percent of malaria cases occur during the rainy season. Among those most at risk are children under five. Seasonal malaria chemoprevention is a course of medicine that is up to 75 percent…

15/06/2016 Learning brief Improving severe malaria outcomes in Nigeria Malaria Consortium, in collaboration with Medicine for Malaria Ventures and the Government of Nigeria, implemented the UNITAID-funded Improving Severe Malaria Outcomes project to reduce mortality from severe malaria through accelerating… 15/06/2016 Malaria Consortium, in collaboration with Medicine for Malaria Ventures and the Government of Nigeria, implemented the UNITAID-funded Improving Severe Malaria Outcomes project to reduce mortality from severe malaria through accelerating the global adoption of injectable artesunate. This learning brief outlines…

15/06/2016 Case study Success stories on improving severe malaria outcomes Malaria Consortium, in collaboration with Medicine for Malaria Ventures and the Government of Nigeria, implemented the UNITAID-funded Improving Severe Malaria Outcomes project to reduce mortality from severe malaria through accelerating… 15/06/2016 Malaria Consortium, in collaboration with Medicine for Malaria Ventures and the Government of Nigeria, implemented the UNITAID-funded Improving Severe Malaria Outcomes project to reduce mortality from severe malaria through accelerating the global adoption of injectable artesunate. This case study highlights…

13/06/2016 Advocacy brief Health system strengthening: A context-specific approach This brief describes how Malaria Consortium strengthens health systems by supporting governments to evaluate the state of the existing health system and identify gaps, before working with those in the… 13/06/2016 This brief describes how Malaria Consortium strengthens health systems by supporting governments to evaluate the state of the existing health system and identify gaps, before working with those in the health system to implement context-specific, sustainable solutions.

08/06/2016 Advocacy brief Making the case for seasonal malaria chemoprevention Seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) is a highly effective method of malaria prevention, recommended by the World Health Organization. This advocacy brief makes the case for scaling up SMC across the… 08/06/2016 Seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) is a highly effective method of malaria prevention, recommended by the World Health Organization. This advocacy brief makes the case for scaling up SMC across the Sahel region, discusses the challenges to successful scale-up, and presents…

24/05/2016 Newsletter Our new malaria animation The Sustainable Development Goals aim to reduce malaria cases and deaths by further 90 percent by 2030. To find out more about the progress made and the challenges that remain… 24/05/2016 The Sustainable Development Goals aim to reduce malaria cases and deaths by further 90 percent by 2030. To find out more about the progress made and the challenges that remain to defeat one of the world's deadliest diseases, watch our…

23/05/2016 Presentation Rapid assessment: Perceptions of malaria and neglected tropical diseases services in Bandarban, Bangladesh This presentation outlines the findings of a rapid assessment conducted to explore the knowledge, attitudes and practices among health workers, policy makers and communities regarding malaria control and elimination, and… 23/05/2016 This presentation outlines the findings of a rapid assessment conducted to explore the knowledge, attitudes and practices among health workers, policy makers and communities regarding malaria control and elimination, and neglected topical diseases in Bangladesh.

01/05/2016 Training materials Malaria in the Asia Pacific: An interactive guide for the private sector This interactive resource provides technical and practical advice on malaria control for the private sector in the Asia-Pacific. It raises understanding of the potential human and financial impact malaria may… 01/05/2016 This interactive resource provides technical and practical advice on malaria control for the private sector in the Asia-Pacific. It raises understanding of the potential human and financial impact malaria may have on your company as well as the impact your…

29/04/2016 Newsletter ACCESS-SMC newsletter As we prepare for the second season of seasonal malaria chemoprevention distribution, Malaria Consortium will hold the first ACCESS-SMC symposium 'Transforming the malaria landscape in the Sahel: Seasonal malaria chemoprevention'. 29/04/2016 As we prepare for the second season of seasonal malaria chemoprevention distribution, Malaria Consortium will hold the first ACCESS-SMC symposium 'Transforming the malaria landscape in the Sahel: Seasonal malaria chemoprevention'.

22/04/2016 Advocacy brief Malaria prevention through insecticide treated nets Sleeping under an insecticide treated net is the most widely adopted preventive measure against malaria. It is effective because the female mosquito that transmits malaria only bites at night in… 22/04/2016 Sleeping under an insecticide treated net is the most widely adopted preventive measure against malaria. It is effective because the female mosquito that transmits malaria only bites at night in most malaria-endemic regions. Long lasting insecticidal nets in particular are…

18/04/2016 Journal article Reactive case-detection of malaria in Pailin province, western Cambodia: Lessons from a year-long evaluation in a pre-elimination setting Background As momentum towards malaria elimination grows, strategies are being developed for scale-up in elimination settings. One prominent strategy, reactive case detection (RACD), involves screening and treating individuals living in close… 18/04/2016 Background As momentum towards malaria elimination grows, strategies are being developed for scale-up in elimination settings. One prominent strategy, reactive case detection (RACD), involves screening and treating individuals living in close proximity to passively detected, or “index” cases. This study aims…

31/03/2016 Poster Community level understanding of the concept of pre-referral treatment and impact on referral-related decision-making following provision of rectal artesunate. A qualitative study in Western Uganda Since 2009 Malaria Consortium has been supporting the Uganda Ministry of Health in the implementationof integrated Community Case Management (iCCM). Pre-referral treatment has formed an integral part of this programming.… 31/03/2016 Since 2009 Malaria Consortium has been supporting the Uganda Ministry of Health in the implementationof integrated Community Case Management (iCCM). Pre-referral treatment has formed an integral part of this programming. Successful pre-referral treatment with RAS for suspected severe malaria requires…

31/03/2016 Journal article Have you heard of schistosomiasis? Knowledge, attitudes and practices in Nampula province, Mozambique Background Schistosomiasis is a parasitic disease which affects almost 300 million people worldwide each year. It is highly endemic in Mozambique. Prevention and control of schistosomiasis relies mainly on mass drug… 31/03/2016 Background Schistosomiasis is a parasitic disease which affects almost 300 million people worldwide each year. It is highly endemic in Mozambique. Prevention and control of schistosomiasis relies mainly on mass drug administration (MDA), as well as adoption of basic sanitation practices.…

31/03/2016 Learning brief Positive deviance: An asset-based approach to improve malaria outcomes This brief summarises the learning paper 'Positive deviance: An asset-based approach to improve malaria outcomes in Cambodia'. It describes a pilot project in northwest Cambodia that used positive deviance as… 31/03/2016 This brief summarises the learning paper 'Positive deviance: An asset-based approach to improve malaria outcomes in Cambodia'. It describes a pilot project in northwest Cambodia that used positive deviance as a method of behaviour change communication for malaria control.

10/03/2016 Project brief Preference and acceptability of permethrin insecticide treated clothing in Myanmar This project aims to determine the type of insecticide treated clothing appropriate for large-scale targeted distribution to rubber tappers and other potential groups to contribute to the success of the… 10/03/2016 This project aims to determine the type of insecticide treated clothing appropriate for large-scale targeted distribution to rubber tappers and other potential groups to contribute to the success of the expanded malaria control and elimination programme in Myanmar.

10/03/2016 Project brief Malaria Indicator Survey in Myanmar This Malaria Indicator Survey project in Myanmar aimd to provide national baseline data on malaria intervention coverage, malaria prevalence, population awareness and availability of malaria services in a representative sample… 10/03/2016 This Malaria Indicator Survey project in Myanmar aimd to provide national baseline data on malaria intervention coverage, malaria prevalence, population awareness and availability of malaria services in a representative sample of the population.

26/02/2016 Journal article Exposure to deltamethrin affects development of Plasmodium falciparum inside wild pyrethroid resistant Anopheles gambiae s.s. mosquitoes in Uganda Background Pyrethroid resistance in African vector mosquitoes is a threat to malaria control. Resistant mosquitoes can survive insecticide doses that would normally be lethal. We studied effects of such doses on… 26/02/2016 Background Pyrethroid resistance in African vector mosquitoes is a threat to malaria control. Resistant mosquitoes can survive insecticide doses that would normally be lethal. We studied effects of such doses on Plasmodium falciparum development inside kdr-resistant Anopheles gambiae s.s. in Uganda. Methods We…

18/02/2016 Technical brief Achievements in insecticide treated net ownership and use in Nigeria, and challenges in sustaining the gains Nigeria has been implementing the long lasting insecticidal net intervention approach as a core malaria prevention strategy over the past decade. This brief presents the achievements and challenges, as well… 18/02/2016 Nigeria has been implementing the long lasting insecticidal net intervention approach as a core malaria prevention strategy over the past decade. This brief presents the achievements and challenges, as well as some recommendations based on lessons learnt through the Support…

16/02/2016 Project report Malaria control Nigeria: State fact sheets This is a collection of fact sheets on the ten Nigerian states in which the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) was implemented. Funded by UK aid, the project worked… 16/02/2016 This is a collection of fact sheets on the ten Nigerian states in which the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) was implemented. Funded by UK aid, the project worked with the government and people of Nigeria to strengthen the…

16/02/2016 Case study Support to National Malaria Programme: Stories of success The Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) project aimed to improve malaria outcomes and strengthen Nigeria’s health system, resulting in over 48,000 lives saved in 10 states. These stories capture… 16/02/2016 The Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) project aimed to improve malaria outcomes and strengthen Nigeria’s health system, resulting in over 48,000 lives saved in 10 states. These stories capture the intervention’s effect on the lives of individual Nigerians across…

16/02/2016 Project report Support to National Malaria Programme 2008–2016 This report summarises the achievements of the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP), a UK aid-funded project working with the government and people of Nigeria to strengthen the national effort… 16/02/2016 This report summarises the achievements of the Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP), a UK aid-funded project working with the government and people of Nigeria to strengthen the national effort to control malaria. SuNMaP demonstrated that it is possible to…

16/02/2016 Journal article Positive deviance as a novel tool in malaria control and elimination: methodology, qualitative assessment and future potential Background Positive deviance (PD) is an asset-based, community-driven approach to behaviour change that has successfully been applied to address many health and social problems. It is yet to have been assessed… 16/02/2016 Background Positive deviance (PD) is an asset-based, community-driven approach to behaviour change that has successfully been applied to address many health and social problems. It is yet to have been assessed for malaria control but may represent a promising tool for…

16/02/2016 Project report Working together to combat malaria: Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) SuNMaP worked with the Nigerian government’s National Malaria Elimination Programme to harmonise donor efforts and funding agencies around national policies and plans for malaria control. Project targets were aligned with… 16/02/2016 SuNMaP worked with the Nigerian government’s National Malaria Elimination Programme to harmonise donor efforts and funding agencies around national policies and plans for malaria control. Project targets were aligned with the National Malaria Strategic Plan and Global Malaria Action Plan.…

08/02/2016 Presentation Using social and behaviour change communication to create demand for mosquito nets in the private sector This presentation was given at the first International Summit on Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) in February 2016. It discusses the results of a three-year project implemented by Malaria… 08/02/2016 This presentation was given at the first International Summit on Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) in February 2016. It discusses the results of a three-year project implemented by Malaria Consortium in Uganda to create a ‘malaria control culture' by…

08/02/2016 Presentation Using social and behaviour change communication to create a malaria control culture This presentation was given at the first International Summit on Social and Behaviour Change Communication in February 2016. It discusses the results and lessons learnt from a project implemented in… 08/02/2016 This presentation was given at the first International Summit on Social and Behaviour Change Communication in February 2016. It discusses the results and lessons learnt from a project implemented in Uganda to foster a ‘malaria control culture’ following mass distribution…

15/12/2015 Annual review Annual review: Highlights of the year 2014–2015 In 2014–2015, we continued our work to reduce malaria deaths and incidence by helping governments tailor, innovate, adopt and apply interventions best suited to their needs. We also supported the… 15/12/2015 In 2014–2015, we continued our work to reduce malaria deaths and incidence by helping governments tailor, innovate, adopt and apply interventions best suited to their needs. We also supported the delivery of integrated community case management programmes, extended our engagement…

09/12/2015 Advocacy brief Universal health coverage and malaria, neglected tropical diseases and child health Universal health coverage (UHC) is central to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3 and realising “healthy lives for all”. This advocacy brief outlines how UHC can be achieved and what is… 09/12/2015 Universal health coverage (UHC) is central to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3 and realising “healthy lives for all”. This advocacy brief outlines how UHC can be achieved and what is needed to make health services made available to everyone, patricularly…

09/12/2015 Training materials Seasonal malaria chemoprevention programme start-up guide This is a practical guide to planning, implementing and evaluating a sustainable seasonal malaria chemoprevention programme in northern Nigeria, targeting the Nigeria National and State Malaria Elimination Programmes, implementing partners… 09/12/2015 This is a practical guide to planning, implementing and evaluating a sustainable seasonal malaria chemoprevention programme in northern Nigeria, targeting the Nigeria National and State Malaria Elimination Programmes, implementing partners and other stakeholders. It describes the processes, procedures, activities and…

01/12/2015 Presentation Acceptability and protective efficacy of insecticide-treated clothing for outdoor malaria prevention among rubber tappers in Myanmar This presentation was given at the Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting 2015 and discusses the initial results of a project in Myanmar that aims to to determine rubber plantation workers'… 01/12/2015 This presentation was given at the Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting 2015 and discusses the initial results of a project in Myanmar that aims to to determine rubber plantation workers' preference of insecticide-treated clothing for night-time work.

01/12/2015 Presentation Community-based systems for the detection, treatment and reporting of malaria cases in Myanmar: Landscaping exercise with implementing partner organisations This presentation was given at the Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting 2015 and discusses current village health volunteer management and data reporting procedures across all malaria implementing partners in Myanmar.… 01/12/2015 This presentation was given at the Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting 2015 and discusses current village health volunteer management and data reporting procedures across all malaria implementing partners in Myanmar. It also provides recommendations to donors, the National Malaria Control…

01/12/2015 Poster Characterisation of populations crossing formal and informal borders on the Cambodia-Laos border, including identification of malaria infection and artemisinin resistance infection This poster was presented at the Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting 2015 and shows the results of an ongoing cross sectional study conducted at seven informal and one official Cambodia-Laos… 01/12/2015 This poster was presented at the Joint International Tropical Medicine Meeting 2015 and shows the results of an ongoing cross sectional study conducted at seven informal and one official Cambodia-Laos border posts in Stung Treng province. The study aims to…

30/10/2015 Project brief Integrated community case management in Kebbi and Niger states The integrated community case management project aims to provide malaria, diarrhoea and pneumonia curative services for children under five by community health volunteers in the most marginalised and hard-to-reach communities.… 30/10/2015 The integrated community case management project aims to provide malaria, diarrhoea and pneumonia curative services for children under five by community health volunteers in the most marginalised and hard-to-reach communities.

28/10/2015 Learning paper Establishing Village Health Clubs to improve community health worker motivation and performance Malaria Consortium’s inSCALE project has been supporting the scale-up of quality integrated community case management programmes to improve child health in Uganda. This paper details the process of establishing village… 28/10/2015 Malaria Consortium’s inSCALE project has been supporting the scale-up of quality integrated community case management programmes to improve child health in Uganda. This paper details the process of establishing village health clubs to improve the motivation and performance of community…

28/10/2015 Poster Feasibility and acceptability of using intramuscular artesunate as definitive treatment for severe malaria at lower-level health facilities in southern Nigeria This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the results of a study that explored the feasibility and acceptability of intramuscular… 28/10/2015 This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the results of a study that explored the feasibility and acceptability of intramuscular artesunate to treat severe malaria at lower-level health facilities.

28/10/2015 Poster Use of intrarectal and injectable artesunate as treatment for severe malaria at different levels of care during the referral process: A case of three rural districts in western Uganda This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the interplay between intrarectal and injectable artesunate when used to treat severe malaria… 28/10/2015 This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the interplay between intrarectal and injectable artesunate when used to treat severe malaria at different healthcare levels in Uganda.

28/10/2015 Poster Antimalarial prescription practices for severe malaria cases in health facilities in Ethiopia, Nigeria and Uganda following training of health workers and introduction of injectable artesunate This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses a project that helped three countries revise their national treatment guidelines, train health… 28/10/2015 This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses a project that helped three countries revise their national treatment guidelines, train health workers and supply injectable artesunate. We evaluated the antimalarial prescription…

28/10/2015 Poster Introduction of an innovative system to assist malaria rapid diagnostic testing and reporting in the private sector in Wakiso District, Uganda This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the methods and results of a project that aimed to assess the acceptability… 28/10/2015 This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the methods and results of a project that aimed to assess the acceptability of the Fionet™ system among private healthcare providers in Uganda…

28/10/2015 Poster Negative malaria test case management in the private retail outlets: Results from mystery patient surveys in Nigeria and Uganda This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the results of a study for which mystery patient surveys were conducted to… 28/10/2015 This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the results of a study for which mystery patient surveys were conducted to understand provider’s case management following a negative test result.

27/10/2015 Poster Health workers’ knowledge and administration of injectable artesunate in Ethiopia This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and assesses health workers' knowledge on injectable artesunate and how to administer it to treat… 27/10/2015 This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and assesses health workers' knowledge on injectable artesunate and how to administer it to treat severe malaria cases in selected health facilities.

27/10/2015 Poster Improving outcomes of severe malaria management: The role of a community transport referral system in a rural district in eastern Uganda This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the results of cross sectional surveys exploring whether a transport referral system improved… 27/10/2015 This poster was presented at the American Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene Conference 2015 and discusses the results of cross sectional surveys exploring whether a transport referral system improved the management of severe malaria amongst children under five in…

02/10/2015 Journal article Impact of a behaviour change communication programme on net durability in eastern Uganda Background The importance of net durability and the average useful life of a net is increasingly recognized as one of the critical factors that determine how often nets need to be… 02/10/2015 Background The importance of net durability and the average useful life of a net is increasingly recognized as one of the critical factors that determine how often nets need to be replaced. A study to assess the effect of a net…

21/09/2015 Project brief Targeting malaria infection and artemisinin resistance at formal and informal border points on the Cambodia-Laos border This study will estimate the impact of migrant populations on the spread of malaria and artemisinin resistance in the Greater Mekong Subregion, especially along the Cambodia-Laos border. The project will… 21/09/2015 This study will estimate the impact of migrant populations on the spread of malaria and artemisinin resistance in the Greater Mekong Subregion, especially along the Cambodia-Laos border. The project will also support the National Malaria Programme to strengthen surveillance methods…

17/09/2015 Journal article Entomological surveillance following a long-lasting insecticidal net universal coverage campaign in Midwestern Uganda Background A universal coverage campaign (UCC) with long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) was implemented in four districts in Midwestern Uganda in 2009–2010. Entomological surveys were carried out to monitor changes in vector… 17/09/2015 Background A universal coverage campaign (UCC) with long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) was implemented in four districts in Midwestern Uganda in 2009–2010. Entomological surveys were carried out to monitor changes in vector density, behaviour and malaria transmission following this intervention. Methods Anopheles mosquitoes were…

09/09/2015 Journal article Novel cross-border approaches to optimise identification of asymptomatic and artemisinin-resistant plasmodium infection in mobile populations crossing Cambodian borders Background Human population movement across country borders presents a real challenge for malaria control and elimination efforts in Cambodia and its neighbouring countries. To quantifyPlasmodium infection among the border-crossing population, including… 09/09/2015 Background Human population movement across country borders presents a real challenge for malaria control and elimination efforts in Cambodia and its neighbouring countries. To quantifyPlasmodium infection among the border-crossing population, including asymptomatic and artemisinin resistant (AR) parasites, three official border crossing…

04/09/2015 Journal article Monitoring changes in malaria epidemiology and effectiveness of interventions in Ethiopia and Uganda: Beyond Garki Project baseline survey Scale-up of malaria interventions seems to have contributed to a decline in the disease, but other factors may be at play. Understanding changes in transmission and determinant factors will help… 04/09/2015 Scale-up of malaria interventions seems to have contributed to a decline in the disease, but other factors may be at play. Understanding changes in transmission and determinant factors will help to adapt control strategies accordingly.

28/08/2015 Journal article Estimating the cost of referral and willingness to pay for referral to higher-level health facilities: a case series study from an integrated community case management programme in Uganda Background Integrated community case management relies on community health workers managing children with malaria, pneumonia, diarrhoea, and referring children when management is not possible. This study sought to establish the cost… 28/08/2015 Background Integrated community case management relies on community health workers managing children with malaria, pneumonia, diarrhoea, and referring children when management is not possible. This study sought to establish the cost per sick child referred to seek care from a higher-level…

25/08/2015 Journal article Evaluation of integrated community case management in eight districts of central Uganda Objective Evidence is limited on whether Integrated Community Case Management (iCCM) improves treatment coverage of the top causes of childhood mortality (acute respiratory illnesses (ARI), diarrhoea and malaria). The coverage impact… 25/08/2015 Objective Evidence is limited on whether Integrated Community Case Management (iCCM) improves treatment coverage of the top causes of childhood mortality (acute respiratory illnesses (ARI), diarrhoea and malaria). The coverage impact of iCCM in Central Uganda was evaluated. Methods Between July 2010 and…

25/08/2015 Journal article High prevalence of antibiotic resistance in nasopharyngeal bacterial isolates from healthy children in rural Uganda: A cross-sectional study Background In Uganda, the main causes of death in children under 5 years of age are malaria and pneumonia-often due to delayed diagnosis and treatment. In preparation for a community case… 25/08/2015 Background In Uganda, the main causes of death in children under 5 years of age are malaria and pneumonia-often due to delayed diagnosis and treatment. In preparation for a community case management intervention for pneumonia and malaria, the bacterial composition of…

01/08/2015 Technical brief Cambodia Malaria Survey 2013 The Cambodia Malaria Survey (CMS) 2013 was conducted from October to November 2013 during the peak malaria transmission season by a partnership of organisations supporting the National Centre for Parasitology,… 01/08/2015 The Cambodia Malaria Survey (CMS) 2013 was conducted from October to November 2013 during the peak malaria transmission season by a partnership of organisations supporting the National Centre for Parasitology, Entomology and Malaria Control. This large-scale household, drug and net…

03/07/2015 Journal article Malaria and the mobile and migrant population in Cambodia: A population movement framework to inform strategies for malaria control and elimination Background The relationships between human population movement (HPM) and health are a concern at global level. In the case of malaria, those links are crucial in relation to the spread of… 03/07/2015 Background The relationships between human population movement (HPM) and health are a concern at global level. In the case of malaria, those links are crucial in relation to the spread of drug resistant parasites and to the elimination of malaria in…

01/07/2015 Journal article Potential roles of mhealth for community health workers: Formative research with end users in Uganda and Mozambique Background Community health workers are reemerging as an essential component of health systems in low-income countries. However, there are concerns that unless they are adequately supported, their motivation and performance will… 01/07/2015 Background Community health workers are reemerging as an essential component of health systems in low-income countries. However, there are concerns that unless they are adequately supported, their motivation and performance will be suboptimal. mHealth presents an opportunity to improve support for…

30/06/2015 Advocacy brief Managing illness through better diagnosis of malaria In 2010, the World Health Organization recommended that all suspected malaria cases should receive a diagnostic test before starting treatment. This brief describes Malaria Consortium's commitment and response to extending… 30/06/2015 In 2010, the World Health Organization recommended that all suspected malaria cases should receive a diagnostic test before starting treatment. This brief describes Malaria Consortium's commitment and response to extending access to affordable, early and accurate malaria diagnosis, including working…

05/06/2015 Project brief Village malaria worker project: Prevention and control of malaria This project aims to improve the malaria implementation programme in western Cambodia — a key location for managing resistant malaria parasites — and to strengthen the community health network in… 05/06/2015 This project aims to improve the malaria implementation programme in western Cambodia — a key location for managing resistant malaria parasites — and to strengthen the community health network in 68 villages of Pailin province by 2015.

22/05/2015 Project brief Integrated community-based interventions for malaria services The Integrated Community-based Interventions for Malaria Services project aims to bridge the gaps in community-level health service delivery in the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples' Region, Ethiopia. 22/05/2015 The Integrated Community-based Interventions for Malaria Services project aims to bridge the gaps in community-level health service delivery in the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples' Region, Ethiopia.

22/05/2015 Journal article Valuing the work of unpaid community health workers and exploring the incentives to volunteering in rural Africa Abstract Community health worker (CHW) programmes are currently being scaled-up in sub-Saharan Africa to improve access to healthcare. CHWs are often volunteers; from an economic perspective, this raises considerations whether reliance… 22/05/2015 Abstract Community health worker (CHW) programmes are currently being scaled-up in sub-Saharan Africa to improve access to healthcare. CHWs are often volunteers; from an economic perspective, this raises considerations whether reliance on an unpaid workforce is sustainable and how to appropriately…

18/05/2015 Technical brief Monitoring malaria epidemiology and control in Ethiopia and Uganda: Baseline survey This report presents the results of the first survey carried out by the Beyond Garki project in October–November 2012 in four sites in Ethiopia and Uganda. It shows a number… 18/05/2015 This report presents the results of the first survey carried out by the Beyond Garki project in October–November 2012 in four sites in Ethiopia and Uganda. It shows a number of interesting malaria patterns in relation to coverage and current…

12/05/2015 Newsletter Malaria Consortium Mozambique newsletter April 2015 (Portuguese) Cerca de 1 milhão de Redes Mosquiteiras Tratadas com Insecticida de Longa Duração (REMILDs) foram distribuídas em 2014 nas províncias de Nampula e Niassa, pelo Ministério da Saúde através das… 12/05/2015 Cerca de 1 milhão de Redes Mosquiteiras Tratadas com Insecticida de Longa Duração (REMILDs) foram distribuídas em 2014 nas províncias de Nampula e Niassa, pelo Ministério da Saúde através das suas direcções provinciais, em estreita colaboração com a Malaria Consortium,…

17/04/2015 Learning brief ‘The health shop’: Applying integrated marketing communication to generate demand for malaria testing in the private and public sectors This brief presents lessons learnt when using an integrated marketing communication (IMC) approach to increase demand for and uptake of artemisinin-based combination therapies and malaria rapid diagnostic tests in Zambia.… 17/04/2015 This brief presents lessons learnt when using an integrated marketing communication (IMC) approach to increase demand for and uptake of artemisinin-based combination therapies and malaria rapid diagnostic tests in Zambia. The project applied the ‘4Ps’ used in the private sector:…

13/04/2015 Project brief Assessing and addressing barriers to the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy in Uganda: Pilot intervention This project aims to increase the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy (IPTp) to reduce the burden of malaria in pregnancy in Uganda. Based on formative research, a pilot… 13/04/2015 This project aims to increase the uptake of intermittent preventive treatment in pregnancy (IPTp) to reduce the burden of malaria in pregnancy in Uganda. Based on formative research, a pilot intervention has been developed to address one of the key…

16/03/2015 Journal article The effect of single or repeated home visits on the hanging and use of insecticide-treated mosquito nets following a mass distribution campaign: A cluster randomized, controlled trial Background The study objective was to evaluate the effectiveness of commonly used post-campaign hang-up visits on the hanging and use of campaign nets. Methods A cluster-randomized trial was carried out in Uganda following… 16/03/2015 Background The study objective was to evaluate the effectiveness of commonly used post-campaign hang-up visits on the hanging and use of campaign nets. Methods A cluster-randomized trial was carried out in Uganda following an ITN distribution campaign. Five clusters (parishes, consisting of ∼11…

11/02/2015 Poster Improving uptake of malaria rapid diagnostic tests in Uganda through a multipronged communication approach This poster was presented at the 14th World Congress on Public Health in February 2015 and describes Malaria Consortium's multifaceted communications approach used when introducing malaria rapid diagnostic tests (mRDTs)… 11/02/2015 This poster was presented at the 14th World Congress on Public Health in February 2015 and describes Malaria Consortium's multifaceted communications approach used when introducing malaria rapid diagnostic tests (mRDTs) in 88 health facilities in mid-Western Uganda to ensure uptake…

30/01/2015 Advocacy report Malaria: The last mile This special report — based on a roundtable event held in partnership with Malaria Consortium — was published in the New Statesman magazine and focuses on the threat of drug… 30/01/2015 This special report — based on a roundtable event held in partnership with Malaria Consortium — was published in the New Statesman magazine and focuses on the threat of drug resistant malaria in southeast Asia and beyond. The roundtable brought…

10/12/2014 Learning paper Developing a long lasting insecticidal net retail market in Nigeria In Nigeria, long lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) are distributed through mass distribution campaigns and routine distribution — to reach the most vulnerable groups — as well as through the private… 10/12/2014 In Nigeria, long lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) are distributed through mass distribution campaigns and routine distribution — to reach the most vulnerable groups — as well as through the private sector. Malaria Consortium's Support to National Malaria Programme (SuNMaP) project…

27/11/2014 Journal article What happens to lost nets: A multi-country analysis of reasons for LLIN attrition using 14 household surveys in four countries Background While significant focus has been given to net distribution, little is known about what is done with nets that leave a household, either to be used by others or when… 27/11/2014 Background While significant focus has been given to net distribution, little is known about what is done with nets that leave a household, either to be used by others or when they are discarded. To better understand the magnitude of sharing…

09/11/2014 Technical brief Mobile health approaches to improve motivation and performance of community health workers in Mozambique This brief discusses the impact of the inSCALE APE CommCare mobile phone application on community health worker motivation, performance and retention, with the aim to increase the quality and coverage… 09/11/2014 This brief discusses the impact of the inSCALE APE CommCare mobile phone application on community health worker motivation, performance and retention, with the aim to increase the quality and coverage of integrated community case management in Mozambique. The application walks…

03/11/2014 Poster Understanding malaria prevention and treatment strategies among migrants in Thailand’s border areas This poster shows the results of a questionnaire survey conducted among migrants attending malaria clinics and border

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