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12/01/2023 Journal article Optimising the role of ‘lead mothers’ in seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) campaigns: Formative research in Kano state, northern Nigeria This study sought to better understand the current role of lead mothers in the delivery of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Nigeria. 12/01/2023 This study sought to better understand the current role of lead mothers in the delivery of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Nigeria.
15/12/2022 Case study Moçambique: A aprendizagem entre pares melhora a resposta à malária Vito gere uma equipa de técnicos de saúde no Centro de Saúde Heber, distrito de Mecanhelas. Sua equipe fornece serviços de saúde essenciais para a população local de pacientes. 15/12/2022 Vito gere uma equipa de técnicos de saúde no Centro de Saúde Heber, distrito de Mecanhelas. Sua equipe fornece serviços de saúde essenciais para a população local de pacientes.
15/12/2022 Case study Moçambique: A diferença que a qualidade dos dados faz Paula e Cacilda são pontos focais de malária no Centro de Saúde Mabil na província de Inhambane. Elas atendem uma média de 100 pacientes por dia. 15/12/2022 Paula e Cacilda são pontos focais de malária no Centro de Saúde Mabil na província de Inhambane. Elas atendem uma média de 100 pacientes por dia.
15/12/2022 Case study Moçambique: Equipa integrada melhora alocação de recursos Dr. Santana, Médico Chefe Distrital, compartilha como ele gere o programa distrital de malária e distribui recursos de saúde em 19 unidades de sanitárias. 15/12/2022 Dr. Santana, Médico Chefe Distrital, compartilha como ele gere o programa distrital de malária e distribui recursos de saúde em 19 unidades de sanitárias.
12/12/2022 Capacity statement Universal health coverage Universal health coverage is fundamental to the design and implementation of our programmes. 12/12/2022 Universal health coverage is fundamental to the design and implementation of our programmes.
12/12/2022 Presentation Evaluation of the impact of one round of seasonal malaria chemoprevention on resistance markers associated with sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine and amodiaquine in Karamoja, Uganda, March 2022 One round of SMC with SPAQ does not appear to select for an observable change in resistance markers for SP and AQ. 12/12/2022 One round of SMC with SPAQ does not appear to select for an observable change in resistance markers for SP and AQ.
12/12/2022 Presentation Impact of the digitised Community Health Toolkit on child health outcomes in rural Uganda​ The digitised CHT intervention in Buikwe district was instrumental in enabling the availability of services for children under five in the community. 12/12/2022 The digitised CHT intervention in Buikwe district was instrumental in enabling the availability of services for children under five in the community.
06/12/2022 Insight brief Implementação de vigilância reactiva da malária em áreas de baixa transmissão: Lições de Moçambique Avaliámos a viabilidade da inclusão de actividades de vigilância reactiva na programação da malária nos áreas de baixa transmissão e incidência de malária. 06/12/2022 Avaliámos a viabilidade da inclusão de actividades de vigilância reactiva na programação da malária nos áreas de baixa transmissão e incidência de malária.
06/12/2022 Learning brief Manutenção da transição dos dados à acção em Moçambique: Lições do terceiro ano de implementação de actividades de vigilância para o controlo da malária Entre Junho de 2021 e Maio de 2022, Malaria Consortium e os seus parceiros de projecto implementaram uma variedade de actividades. 06/12/2022 Entre Junho de 2021 e Maio de 2022, Malaria Consortium e os seus parceiros de projecto implementaram uma variedade de actividades.
01/12/2022 Advocacy brief Strengthening the health system response to pneumonia and other childhood illnesses Early diagnosis and treatment at all levels of the health system could prevent more than two-thirds of pneumonia deaths. 01/12/2022 Early diagnosis and treatment at all levels of the health system could prevent more than two-thirds of pneumonia deaths.
28/11/2022 Infographic Strengthening Community-based Malaria Prevention and Surveillance Interventions in Ethiopia, 2019–2022 We successfully strengthened the malaria response in two districts of the Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples’ Region, Ethiopia. 28/11/2022 We successfully strengthened the malaria response in two districts of the Southern Nations Nationalities and Peoples’ Region, Ethiopia.
22/11/2022 Position statement Vaccins : La pierre angulaire de la réduction du poids de la morbidité Les vaccins sont un outil essentiel pour prévenir et contrôler les épidémies infectieuses. 22/11/2022 Les vaccins sont un outil essentiel pour prévenir et contrôler les épidémies infectieuses.
14/11/2022 Position statement Vacinas: O alicerce da redução da carga da doença As vacinas são uma ferramenta crucial para prevenir e controlar surtos de doenças infecciosas. 14/11/2022 As vacinas são uma ferramenta crucial para prevenir e controlar surtos de doenças infecciosas.
03/11/2022 Presentation A non-randomised controlled trial to assess the protective effect of SMC in the context of high parasite resistance in Uganda With the National Malaria Control Division, we conducted an SMC implementation study in Karamoja, where parasite resistance is assumed to be high. 03/11/2022 With the National Malaria Control Division, we conducted an SMC implementation study in Karamoja, where parasite resistance is assumed to be high.
03/11/2022 Presentation Seasonal malaria chemoprevention: New geographies in Nigeria and quality of SMC delivery Coverage survey results show good performance on the SMC quality indicators, including caregivers’ satisfaction and coverage of the intervention. 03/11/2022 Coverage survey results show good performance on the SMC quality indicators, including caregivers’ satisfaction and coverage of the intervention.
03/11/2022 Presentation Strengthening the pneumonia response in Ethiopia and Chad​ In partnership with the Ministry of Health, we supported the development of an integrated management of newborn and childhood illnesses action plan. 03/11/2022 In partnership with the Ministry of Health, we supported the development of an integrated management of newborn and childhood illnesses action plan.
02/11/2022 Poster Assessing the quality of SMC delivery by village health teams in Uganda With sufficient training and stakeholder engagement, village health teams in Uganda can deliver high-quality SMC. 02/11/2022 With sufficient training and stakeholder engagement, village health teams in Uganda can deliver high-quality SMC.
02/11/2022 Poster Evaluating the adaptation of SMC implementation during COVID-19 in Karamoja, Uganda The Sahel’s SMC implementation model is feasible in Uganda. We recommend scale-up in line with WHO guidelines. 02/11/2022 The Sahel’s SMC implementation model is feasible in Uganda. We recommend scale-up in line with WHO guidelines.
02/11/2022 Presentation Assessment of baseline molecular markers of sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine resistance in Ebonyi and Osun states, Nigeria This study was conducted to confirm state eligibility prior to implementation of perennial malaria chemoprevention. 02/11/2022 This study was conducted to confirm state eligibility prior to implementation of perennial malaria chemoprevention.
02/11/2022 Presentation A cross-sectional survey to assess the feasibility and acceptability of SMC among nomadic pastoralist population, Uganda With the National Malaria Control Division, we conducted an SMC implementation study in two districts of Karamoja to assess its suitability amongst nomadic pastoralists. 02/11/2022 With the National Malaria Control Division, we conducted an SMC implementation study in two districts of Karamoja to assess its suitability amongst nomadic pastoralists.
02/11/2022 Poster Acceptability of seasonal malaria chemoprevention among children under five in Mozambique: A qualitative study SMC was highly accepted as a strategy to prevent malaria among children 3–59 months in Mozambique. 02/11/2022 SMC was highly accepted as a strategy to prevent malaria among children 3–59 months in Mozambique.
01/11/2022 Poster Cultural factors influencing the implementation of perennial malaria chemoprevention in children under five Cultural norms, beliefs and practices regarding immunisation can promote or inhibit implementation of perennial malaria chemoprevention in Nigeria. 01/11/2022 Cultural norms, beliefs and practices regarding immunisation can promote or inhibit implementation of perennial malaria chemoprevention in Nigeria.
01/11/2022 Poster Assessing Nigerian caregivers’ health-seeking behaviour when managing febrile illness and malaria in infants Caregivers use a mix of traditional and orthodox medicines, as well as unprescribed over-the-counter drugs, to treat febrile infants. 01/11/2022 Caregivers use a mix of traditional and orthodox medicines, as well as unprescribed over-the-counter drugs, to treat febrile infants.
01/11/2022 Poster Harnessing the SMC campaign in Nigeria: Safety, equity and cost of fully integrating vitamin A supplementation Integrating VAS with SMC is safe, feasible, acceptable to communities and implementers, and can be achieved at minimal additional cost. 01/11/2022 Integrating VAS with SMC is safe, feasible, acceptable to communities and implementers, and can be achieved at minimal additional cost.
01/11/2022 Poster Contributing to malaria elimination: Lessons from delivering Plasmodium vivax malaria radical cure in northern Cambodia Community-led solutions are key to successful implementation of Plasmodium vivax radical cure. 01/11/2022 Community-led solutions are key to successful implementation of Plasmodium vivax radical cure.
01/11/2022 Poster Feasibility and acceptability of extending delivery of SMC to children aged 5–10 years in Chad Stakeholders support extending SMC to older children, but believe children 3–59 months should be reached first. 01/11/2022 Stakeholders support extending SMC to older children, but believe children 3–59 months should be reached first.
01/11/2022 Poster Impact assessment of SMC using routine health surveillance data in Kogi state, Nigeria Routine data can measure SMC impact if appropriate methods for selecting a comparison group are employed. 01/11/2022 Routine data can measure SMC impact if appropriate methods for selecting a comparison group are employed.
31/10/2022 Poster Evaluating the performance of CHIPS agents: Managing uncomplicated malaria in Kano state, Nigeria Nigeria’s new community service delivery model supports improved quality of malaria services for hard-to-reach populations. 31/10/2022 Nigeria’s new community service delivery model supports improved quality of malaria services for hard-to-reach populations.
31/10/2022 Poster Optimising the delivery of routine malaria data quality assessments in Mozambique Modelling exercises can optimise operational delivery of routine data quality assessments and support institutionalising this approach. 31/10/2022 Modelling exercises can optimise operational delivery of routine data quality assessments and support institutionalising this approach.
31/10/2022 Poster Facilitators of, and barriers to, fully integrating SMC with vitamin A supplementation: A qualitative enquiry Full integration of SMC and VAS at scale is feasible and acceptable. 31/10/2022 Full integration of SMC and VAS at scale is feasible and acceptable.
31/10/2022 Poster Using the role model approach to identify best practices and challenges during SMC drug administration in Burkina Faso Through the role model approach, several identified behaviours in the community helped to improve the administration of SMC medicines. 31/10/2022 Through the role model approach, several identified behaviours in the community helped to improve the administration of SMC medicines.
31/10/2022 Poster Exploring the role model approach to strengthen the administration of SMC medicines in Chad The role model approach supports caregivers to administer SMC medicines more effectively. 31/10/2022 The role model approach supports caregivers to administer SMC medicines more effectively.
31/10/2022 Poster Optimising the role of lead mothers in SMC campaigns: Insights from formative research in Kano state, northern Nigeria Lead mothers can influence caregivers to adopt positive malaria prevention behaviours, but their recruitment and supervision could be improved. 31/10/2022 Lead mothers can influence caregivers to adopt positive malaria prevention behaviours, but their recruitment and supervision could be improved.
31/10/2022 Poster Measuring the impact of SMC on malaria prevalence and case distribution compared to predicted estimates from a transmission model in Burkina Faso Analysing prevalence trends and age distribution of cases is a useful method for estimating the impact of SMC in Burkina Faso. 31/10/2022 Analysing prevalence trends and age distribution of cases is a useful method for estimating the impact of SMC in Burkina Faso.
26/10/2022 Project brief Delivering a long-lasting insecticidal net campaign in South Sudan We are carrying out a mass long-lasting insecticidal net distribution campaign in the states of Central Equatoria and Northern Bahr El Ghazal to combat malaria. 26/10/2022 We are carrying out a mass long-lasting insecticidal net distribution campaign in the states of Central Equatoria and Northern Bahr El Ghazal to combat malaria.
25/10/2022 Presentation upSCALE: Strengthening mobile health to improve disease surveillance and community-based services in Mozambique The upSCALE digital community health information platform facilitates improved quality of service delivery and, consequently, timely treatment. 25/10/2022 The upSCALE digital community health information platform facilitates improved quality of service delivery and, consequently, timely treatment.
25/10/2022 Presentation Training malaria volunteers to deliver integrated community case management: Lessons learnt from rural Myanmar Integrated community case management is a strategy to deliver life-saving, curative interventions for common childhood illnesses. 25/10/2022 Integrated community case management is a strategy to deliver life-saving, curative interventions for common childhood illnesses.
25/10/2022 Case study Ethiopia: Supporting surveillance, outbreak detection and response Health centre heads in Ethiopia share how they use the malaria surveillance dashboard to facilitate outbreak detection and response at the community level. 25/10/2022 Health centre heads in Ethiopia share how they use the malaria surveillance dashboard to facilitate outbreak detection and response at the community level.
20/10/2022 Case study Mozambique: Integrated team improves resource allocation in Manica district Dr Santana, District Chief Medical Officer, shares how he manages the district malaria programme and distributes health resources across 19 health facilities. 20/10/2022 Dr Santana, District Chief Medical Officer, shares how he manages the district malaria programme and distributes health resources across 19 health facilities.
20/10/2022 Case study Mozambique: The difference data quality makes Paula and Cacilda are malaria focal points at Mabil Health Facility in Inhambane province. They are treating an average of 100 patients a day. 20/10/2022 Paula and Cacilda are malaria focal points at Mabil Health Facility in Inhambane province. They are treating an average of 100 patients a day.
20/10/2022 Case study Mozambique: Peer-to-peer learning improves malaria response Vito manages a team of health technicians at the Heber Health Facility in Mecanhelas district. His team provides essential health services for local patients. 20/10/2022 Vito manages a team of health technicians at the Heber Health Facility in Mecanhelas district. His team provides essential health services for local patients.
29/09/2022 Insight brief Implementing reactive malaria surveillance in low transmission areas: Insights from Mozambique We assessed the feasibility of including reactive surveillance activities in malaria programming in areas of low malaria transmission and incidence. 29/09/2022 We assessed the feasibility of including reactive surveillance activities in malaria programming in areas of low malaria transmission and incidence.
29/09/2022 Learning brief Sustaining the data-to-action transition in Mozambique: Lessons learnt from the third year of strengthening malaria surveillance With our project partners, we implemented a range of activities to improve surveillance data quality and to enhance the use of data for decision-making. 29/09/2022 With our project partners, we implemented a range of activities to improve surveillance data quality and to enhance the use of data for decision-making.
26/09/2022 Capacity statement Changement social et comportemental En tant que pionniers de programmes CSC inclusifs de lutte contre le paludisme, nos projets ont influencé les normes sociales, les connaissances, les attitudes et les comportements, ainsi que les… 26/09/2022 En tant que pionniers de programmes CSC inclusifs de lutte contre le paludisme, nos projets ont influencé les normes sociales, les connaissances, les attitudes et les comportements, ainsi que les politiques aux niveaux national et international.
26/09/2022 Capacity statement Mudança social e de comportamento Enquanto líder em programas de MSC inclusivos no âmbito da malária, os nossos projectos influenciaram normas sociais, conhecimentos, atitudes e comportamentos, bem como as políticas a nível nacional e internacional. 26/09/2022 Enquanto líder em programas de MSC inclusivos no âmbito da malária, os nossos projectos influenciaram normas sociais, conhecimentos, atitudes e comportamentos, bem como as políticas a nível nacional e internacional.
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 To improve understanding of malaria interventions, we implemented the role model approach in selected districts in Ethiopia. 02/09/2022 To improve understanding of malaria interventions, we implemented the role model approach in selected districts in Ethiopia.
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.
31/08/2022 Annual review Trustees’ report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2022 Malaria Consortium's trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2022. 31/08/2022 Malaria Consortium's trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2022.
15/08/2022 Project brief Implementing a quality-assured genomic data and sample collection system in Mozambique This project supports decision-making for malaria control and elimination by monitoring the genetic markers of the Plasmodium falciparum parasite.  15/08/2022 This project supports decision-making for malaria control and elimination by monitoring the genetic markers of the Plasmodium falciparum parasite. 
12/08/2022 Synopsis Exploring the use of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in South Sudan This study seeks to understand the feasibility, acceptability and effectiveness of SMC in South Sudan and explores scalability of SMC in other states. 12/08/2022 This study seeks to understand the feasibility, acceptability and effectiveness of SMC in South Sudan and explores 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.
05/08/2022 Project brief Renforcement de la réponse à la pneumonie au Tchad: Élaboration d’une stratégie de lutte contre la pneumonie Ce projet vise à améliorer la gestion des cas de pneumonie au Tchad en comprenant les méthodes et systèmes actuels utilisés pour gérer les cas de pneumonie à différents niveaux… 05/08/2022 Ce projet vise à améliorer la gestion des cas de pneumonie au Tchad en comprenant les méthodes et systèmes actuels utilisés pour gérer les cas de pneumonie à différents niveaux du système de santé.
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. 21/07/2022 To reach elimination, Mozambique is making a concerted effort to scale up its malaria surveillance activities.
13/07/2022 Project brief Health Pooled Fund lll: Provision of essential healthcare services in South Sudan With this project, we aim to reduce morbidity and mortality through increased access to integrated maternal, newborn and child health services. 13/07/2022 With this project, we aim to reduce morbidity and mortality through increased access to integrated maternal, newborn and child health services.
13/07/2022 Position statement Vaccines: The cornerstone of disease burden reduction Immunisation against infectious diseases is one of the most effective means of preventing their spread and severity. 13/07/2022 Immunisation against infectious diseases 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.
01/07/2022 Journal article Digital molecular diagnostics for infectious diseases in sub-Saharan Africa The Digital Diagnostics for Africa Network have identified new technologies with the potential to bring the laboratory to the patient, wherever they may be. 01/07/2022 The Digital Diagnostics for Africa Network have identified new technologies with the potential to bring the laboratory to the patient, wherever they may be.
23/06/2022 Research brief Improving neglected tropical disease services and their integration into primary healthcare in Ethiopia With the Federal Ministry of Health neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) team, we designed an intervention that aligns with the latest national NTD Roadmap. 23/06/2022 With the Federal Ministry of Health neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) team, we designed an intervention that aligns with the latest national NTD Roadmap.
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 partners to implement a universal coverage insecticide-treated nets replacement campaign. 22/06/2022 We are collaborating with partners to implement a universal coverage insecticide-treated nets replacement campaign.
22/06/2022 Poster Global research priority setting for childhood pneumonia: Results from an e-Delphi study The Every Breath Counts Research Group conducted a study to establish a research priority agenda for childhood pneumonia. 22/06/2022 The Every Breath Counts Research Group conducted a study to establish a research priority agenda for childhood pneumonia.
21/06/2022 Project brief Strengthening the pneumonia response in Ethiopia: Developing an action plan for the integrated management of newborn and childhood illnesses With our partners in Ethiopia, we are developing an action plan for the integrated management of newborn and childhood illnesses, including pneumonia. 21/06/2022 With our partners in Ethiopia, we are developing an action plan for the integrated management of newborn and childhood illnesses, including pneumonia.
17/06/2022 Project brief Strengthening the pneumonia response in Chad: Developing a pneumonia control strategy We aim to improve pneumonia case management in Chad through understanding the methods used to manage cases at different levels of the health system. 17/06/2022 We aim to improve pneumonia case management in Chad through understanding the methods used to manage cases at different levels of the health system.
16/06/2022 Journal article A stakeholder group assessment of interactions between child health and the Sustainable Development Goals in Cambodia A group with different expertise and perspectives was assembled in Cambodia to score the linkages between the SDGs and child health. 16/06/2022 A group with different expertise and perspectives was assembled in Cambodia to score the linkages between the SDGs and child health.
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. 16/06/2022 Increasing household knowledge of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) may aid increasing demand, while subsidised RDTs may address supply and price issues.
06/06/2022 Journal article Surveillance as a core intervention to strengthen malaria control programmes in moderate to high transmission settings Recent improvements in malaria surveillance have opened the possibility of transforming surveillance into a core intervention. 06/06/2022 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 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 and develop local capacity.
27/04/2022 Advocacy brief Maximising resources for healthcare: Integrating vitamin A supplementation with seasonal malaria chemoprevention Scaling up an integrated vitamin A supplementation and SMC campaign addresses coverage gaps and reduces under-five mortality in Nigeria. 27/04/2022 Scaling up an integrated vitamin A supplementation and SMC campaign addresses coverage gaps and reduces under-five mortality in Nigeria.
25/04/2022 Annual review Coverage and quality of seasonal malaria chemoprevention supported by Malaria Consortium in 2021: Results from Burkina Faso, Chad, Mozambique, Nigeria, Togo, and Uganda This report outlines our methods for monitoring coverage of our seasonal malaria chemoprevention programme and the quality of its delivery in 2021. 25/04/2022 This report outlines our methods for monitoring coverage of our seasonal malaria chemoprevention programme and the quality of its delivery in 2021.
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 vitamin A supplementation into the SMC campaign in Bauchi state, Nigeria, was feasible and accepted by implementers and communities. 21/04/2022 Integrating vitamin A supplementation into the SMC campaign in Bauchi state, Nigeria, was feasible and 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 and promote universal health coverage across Africa and Asia. 12/04/2022 We implement evidence-based malaria SBC activities to promote community engagement and promote universal health coverage across Africa and Asia.
30/03/2022 Capacity statement Capacity development Capacity development is a collaborative process that strengthens the ability of individuals and organisations to improve performance of health systems. 30/03/2022 Capacity development is a collaborative process that strengthens the ability of individuals and organisations to improve 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 can bring quality health services to hard-to-reach areas and facilitate real-time access to health information and data for informed decision-making. 26/03/2022 Digital health can bring quality health services to hard-to-reach areas and 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 cycles in Nampula province. 14/03/2022 Between November 2020 and February 2021, we implemented four monthly seasonal malaria chemoprevention cycles in Nampula province.
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 people 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 people 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, play a pivotal role in improving malaria detection and surveillance in Ethiopia. 03/03/2022 Existing community structures, such as health extension workers, 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 Supply of rapid diagnostic tests and artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) medicines needs to be synchronised to prevent high levels of ACT misuse. 12/02/2022 Supply of rapid diagnostic tests and artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) medicines needs to be synchronised to prevent high levels of ACT misuse.
08/02/2022 Annual review Malaria Consortium Strategy 2021–2025 (in Khmer) 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. 08/02/2022 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.
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 programmes. 04/02/2022 Malaria Consortium has developed a comprehensive framework for monitoring and evaluating seasonal malaria chemoprevention 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 SUMRES project aims to implement integrated community case management and other vector control measures. 26/01/2022 The SUMRES project aims to implement 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. 25/01/2022 This malaria-related social behavior change intervention project in Uganda successfully applies strategies that focus on gender norms and perceptions.
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. 10/01/2022 We have been the key implementing partner of a scaled digital community health information system called upSCALE.
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 SMC. 16/12/2021 This study aims to generate evidence to support decision-making on integrating vitamin A supplementation into SMC.
14/12/2021 Annual review Malaria Consortium U.S. FY21 Annual Fundraising and Grant Report Malaria Consortium's U.S. Board present their annual fundraising and grant report for the year which ended 31 March 2021. 14/12/2021 Malaria Consortium's U.S. Board present their annual fundraising and grant report for the year which ended 31 March 2021.
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 A rapid assessment of knowledge, attitude and practices related to COVID-19 among community-oriented resource persons in Nigeria Community-oriented resource persons demonstrated satisfactory knowledge, attitudes and practices for safe and effective delivery of iCCM services during COVID-19. 16/11/2021 Community-oriented resource persons demonstrated satisfactory knowledge, attitudes and practices for safe and effective delivery of iCCM services during COVID-19.
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 Integrating podoconiosis healthcare services into primary healthcare in Ethiopia Integrating detection, management, recording and reporting of podoconiosis into primary healthcare is considered feasible and acceptable. 16/11/2021 Integrating detection, management, recording and reporting of podoconiosis into primary healthcare is considered feasible and acceptable.
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 Improving neglected tropical diseases services and integrating into primary health care in Southern Nations, Nationalities, and People’s Region, Ethiopia Integrating NTD services into primary healthcare in Ethiopia is feasible, acceptable and increases care-seeking behaviours. 16/11/2021 Integrating NTD services into primary healthcare in Ethiopia is feasible, acceptable and increases care-seeking behaviours.
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.
18/10/2021 Journal article Modelled impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention on district-level suspected and confirmed malaria cases in Chad based on routine clinical data (2013–2018) This study’s approach presents a solution for employing readily available routine data to evaluate the impact of health interventions at scale without extensive covariate data. Further efforts are needed to… 18/10/2021 This study’s approach presents a solution for employing readily available routine data to evaluate the impact of health interventions at scale without extensive covariate data. Further efforts are needed to improve the quality of routine data in Chad and elsewhere.
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 Journal article A feasibility study to assess non-clinical community health workers’ capacity to use simplified protocols and tools to treat severe acute malnutrition in Niger state, Nigeria This study demonstrated that, with training and supportive supervision, community-oriented resource persons in Nigeria can treat severe acute malnutrition among under-fives, and refer complicated cases using simplified protocols as part… 15/10/2021 This study demonstrated that, with training and supportive supervision, community-oriented resource persons in Nigeria can treat severe acute malnutrition among under-fives, and refer complicated cases using simplified protocols as part of an integrated community case management programme.
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.
12/10/2021 Annual review Trustees’ report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2021 Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2021. 12/10/2021 Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2021.
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.
08/09/2021 Journal article Effectiveness of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) treatments when SMC is implemented at scale: Case-control studies in five countries This study found that SMC was highly effective in preventing clinical malaria when delivered at scale through national malaria control programmes. This case-control design can be used by national malaria… 08/09/2021 This study found that SMC was highly effective in preventing clinical malaria when delivered at scale through national malaria control programmes. This case-control design can be used by national malaria control programmes at intervals to confirm that SMC remains effective.
07/09/2021 Journal article Field efficacy of larvivorous fish and pyriproxyfen combined with community engagement on dengue vectors in Cambodia: A randomised controlled trial The aim of this trial was to demonstrate the community effectiveness of guppies, PPF and COMBI activities in reducing numbers of Aedes mosquitoes and their infection rates in Cambodia. 07/09/2021 The aim of this trial was to demonstrate the community effectiveness of guppies, PPF and COMBI activities in reducing numbers of Aedes mosquitoes and their infection rates in Cambodia.
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.
19/08/2021 Journal article Knowledge assessment of anti-snake venom among healthcare practitioners in northern Nigeria Knowledge of anti-snake venom among healthcare practitioners is essential for achieving optimal clinical outcomes in snakebite management. This study aimed to assess knowledge of anti-snake venom among healthcare practitioners in… 19/08/2021 Knowledge of anti-snake venom among healthcare practitioners is essential for achieving optimal clinical outcomes in snakebite management. This study aimed to assess knowledge of anti-snake venom among healthcare practitioners in northern Nigeria.
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.
05/08/2021 Journal article Evaluating the feasibility and acceptability of a community dialogue intervention in the prevention and control of schistosomiasis in Nampula province, Mozambique This study aimed to test the community dialogue approach to improve schistosomiasis prevention and control in Nampula, a province most affected by the neglected tropical disease. 05/08/2021 This study aimed to test the community dialogue approach to improve schistosomiasis prevention and control in Nampula, a province most affected by the neglected tropical disease.
23/07/2021 Journal article Performance of five pulse oximeters to detect hypoxaemia as an indicator of severe illness in children under five by frontline health workers in low-resource settings In this first trial in Cambodia, Ethiopia, South Sudan and Uganda, researchers wanted to identify the most accurate and user-friendly pulse oximeters for frontline health workers to detect low blood… 23/07/2021 In this first trial in Cambodia, Ethiopia, South Sudan and Uganda, researchers wanted to identify the most accurate and user-friendly pulse oximeters for frontline health workers to detect low blood oxygen saturation in children under five.
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.
13/06/2021 Journal article Evaluating the interrater agreement and acceptability of a new reference tool for assessing respiratory rate in children under five with cough and/or difficulty breathing Pneumonia is the leading infectious cause of death in children. A new reference tool which facilitates manual annotation of breaths based on videos was developed to improve diagnosis of suspected… 13/06/2021 Pneumonia is the leading infectious cause of death in children. A new reference tool which facilitates manual annotation of breaths based on videos was developed to improve diagnosis of suspected cases and appropriate treatment.
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.
31/03/2021 Journal article Private health care market shaping and changes in inequities in childhood diarrhoea treatment coverage: Evidence from the analysis of baseline and endline surveys of an ORS and zinc scale-up programme in Nigeria This study aims to examine how inequities in the coverage of oral rehydration solution and zinc — effective treatments for diarrhoea in under-fives — may have changed over the course… 31/03/2021 This study aims to examine how inequities in the coverage of oral rehydration solution and zinc — effective treatments for diarrhoea in under-fives — may have changed over the course of the programme.
26/03/2021 Journal article Health and demographic surveillance system: A potential tool for solving challenges associated with epidemic surveillance and social protection scheme for COVID-19 pandemic response in Nigeria This paper aims to highlight the importance of a health and demographic surveillance system and its potential to strengthen the coping strategies of citizens in the face of the COVID-19… 26/03/2021 This paper aims to highlight the importance of a health and demographic surveillance system and its potential to strengthen the coping strategies of citizens in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
12/03/2021 Project brief Community-led solutions to antimicrobial resistance: A One Health approach in Bangladesh and Nepal We are implementing and evaluating an innovative intervention in Bangladesh and Nepal which aims to promote community engagement as a critical tool to address antimicrobial resistance. 12/03/2021 We are implementing and evaluating an innovative intervention in Bangladesh and Nepal which aims to promote community engagement as a critical tool to address antimicrobial resistance.
11/03/2021 Learning brief Strengthening surveillance for data-informed malaria control activities We carried out general activities during the first year of implementation of our three-year project Strengthening Malaria Surveillance for Data-driven Decision-making in Mozambique. 11/03/2021 We carried out general activities 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 Journal article Antibiotic practices among household members and their domestic animals within rural communities in Cumilla district, Bangladesh: A cross-sectional survey This study highlights the need for context-adapted interventions at both the community level and the health systems level to reduce inappropriate antibiotic use among humans and domestic animals in rural… 25/02/2021 This study highlights the need for context-adapted interventions at both the community level and the health systems level to reduce inappropriate antibiotic use among humans and domestic animals in rural Bangladesh.
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.
24/02/2021 Project brief Engaging teachers and students to control dengue in Myanmar The My School project in Myanmar aims to assess the impact of integrated vector control and community-based participatory interventions in schools. 24/02/2021 The My School project in Myanmar aims to assess the impact of integrated vector control and community-based participatory interventions in schools.
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...
10/02/2021 Journal article Community health worker knowledge, attitudes and practices towards COVID-19: Learnings from an online cross-sectional survey using a digital health platform, UpSCALE, in Mozambique Adapting the existing upSCALE platform enabled a better understanding, in real time, of the knowledge, attitudes and practices of community health workers in Mozambique around COVID-19 management. 10/02/2021 Adapting the existing upSCALE platform enabled a better understanding, in real time, of the knowledge, attitudes and practices of community health workers in Mozambique around COVID-19 management.
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.
29/01/2021 Journal article The burden of drug abuse in Nigeria: A scoping review of epidemiological studies and drug laws Drug abuse is emerging as a global public health issue. In this review, we summarise the recent data on drug abuse in Nigeria where drug abuse is on the rise… 29/01/2021 Drug abuse is emerging as a global public health issue. In this review, we summarise the recent data on drug abuse in Nigeria where drug abuse is on the rise and becoming a public health concern.
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.
25/01/2021 Annual review Trustees’ report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2020 Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2020. 25/01/2021 Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2020.
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.
15/12/2020 Presentation Aedes-borne diseases: Building resilience against future threats This presentation explores Aedes-borne diseases, vectors and the challenges they pose, and introduces Malaria Consortium's RAFT project. 15/12/2020 This presentation explores Aedes-borne diseases, vectors and the challenges they pose, and introduces Malaria Consortium's RAFT project.
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.
07/12/2020 Presentation Rapid support of the COVID-19 response at community level in Mozambique through adapting the existing upSCALE digital health platform and telemedicine We supported Mozambique's Ministry of Health in making adaptations to the upSCALE digital platform, which allowed for the rapid gathering of essential insight into community health workers' knowledge gaps and… 07/12/2020 We supported Mozambique's Ministry of Health in making adaptations to the upSCALE digital platform, which allowed for the rapid gathering of essential insight into community health workers' knowledge gaps and misconceptions around COVID-19.
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 Identifying Mozambican community health workers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices around COVID-19 Successful adaptation of a Mozambican digital health platform provided real-time data that is informing community health workers’ COVID-19 practices. 17/11/2020 Successful adaptation of a Mozambican digital health platform provided real-time data that is informing community health workers’ COVID-19 practices.
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 Community-driven vector control for dengue prevention in the Greater Mekong Subregion Simple, inexpensive, community-driven interventions, accompanied by effective uptake-support messaging, can lead to a strong reduction in dengue vector populations. 16/11/2020 Simple, inexpensive, community-driven interventions, accompanied by effective uptake-support messaging, can lead to a strong reduction in dengue vector populations.
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.
11/11/2020 Project brief Using artificial intelligence on mobile devices to determine respiratory rate (AIRR) This pilot study seeks to develop, and assess the feasibility of using, artificial intelligence on mobile devices to determine respiratory rate in children under five in low- and middle-income countries. 11/11/2020 This pilot study seeks to develop, and assess the feasibility of using, artificial intelligence on mobile devices to determine respiratory rate in children under five in low- and middle-income countries.
03/11/2020 Case study Empowering Youth to Mobilize their Communities in the Fight Against Malaria: Swale’s Story In March 2020, Iyosiga Swale, a youth champion from Odrupi village, Aruguyi parish was appointed as a new Village Health Team Member (VHT). He tells his story about continuing to… 03/11/2020 In March 2020, Iyosiga Swale, a youth champion from Odrupi village, Aruguyi parish was appointed as a new Village Health Team Member (VHT). He tells his story about continuing to serve his community amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
01/11/2020 Newsletter Outubro 2020 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… 01/11/2020 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.
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...
19/10/2020 Synopsis Designing and implementing a monitoring and evaluation framework for seasonal malaria chemoprevention Malaria Consortium is developing monitoring and evaluation framework for seasonal malaria chemoprevention with standardised indicators across countries to facilitate appraisal of the quality of programme delivery. 19/10/2020 Malaria Consortium is developing monitoring and evaluation framework for seasonal malaria chemoprevention with standardised indicators across countries to facilitate appraisal of the quality of programme delivery.
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.
03/08/2020 Presentation Impact of socio-ecological systems and resilience (SESR)-based strategies on dengue vector control in schools and neighbouring household communities in Cambodia This presentation was given at a dissemination workshop on the project 'Controlling vectors and engaging communitiesto prevent dengue in Cambodia'. 03/08/2020 This presentation was given at a dissemination workshop on the project 'Controlling vectors and engaging communitiesto prevent dengue in Cambodia'.
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…
17/06/2020 Journal article A process for developing a sustainable and scalable approach to community engagement: Community dialogue approach for addressing the drivers of antibiotic resistance in Bangladesh This study explores the process of developing an embedded approach to community engagement, taking the global challenge of antibiotic resistance as an example. 17/06/2020 This study explores the process of developing an embedded approach to community engagement, taking the global challenge of antibiotic resistance as an example.
11/06/2020 Position statement Endiguer la progression de la dengue dans le monde La dengue est la maladie à transmission vectorielle dont la croissance est la plus rapide au monde, et la deuxième menace pour la santé publique transmise par les moustiques après… 11/06/2020 La dengue est la maladie à transmission vectorielle dont la croissance est la plus rapide au monde, et la deuxième menace pour la santé publique transmise par les moustiques après le paludisme. Nous croyons que les éléments suivants sont requis…
11/06/2020 Position statement Conter o crescimento da dengue a nível global A dengue é a doença vectorial de crescimento mais rápido a nível mundial e é a segunda maior ameaça à saúde pública transmitida por mosquitos logo a seguir à malária.… 11/06/2020 A dengue é a doença vectorial de crescimento mais rápido a nível mundial e é a segunda maior ameaça à saúde pública transmitida por mosquitos logo a seguir à malária. Acreditamos que é urgentemente necessário: maior financiamento para o desenvolvimento…
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.
26/05/2020 Journal article Protecting children in low-income and middle-income countries from COVID-19 Abstract A saving grace of the COVID-19 pandemic in high-income and upper middle-income countries has been the relative sparing of children. As the disease spreads across low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs),… 26/05/2020 Abstract A saving grace of the COVID-19 pandemic in high-income and upper middle-income countries has been the relative sparing of children. As the disease spreads across low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs), long-standing system vulnerabilities may tragically manifest, and we worry that…
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...
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...
21/05/2020 Position statement La résistance aux antimicrobiens : Une menace croissante pour la santé mondiale La résistance aux antimicrobiens (RAM) — lorsque des micro-organismes mutent et deviennent capables de résister aux effets des médicaments destinés à les tuer — est à l’origine d’au moins 700… 21/05/2020 La résistance aux antimicrobiens (RAM) — lorsque des micro-organismes mutent et deviennent capables de résister aux effets des médicaments destinés à les tuer — est à l’origine d’au moins 700 000 décès dans le monde chaque année. Sans mesures urgentes,…
21/05/2020 Position statement Resistência antimicrobiana: Uma ameaça crescente à saúde global A resistência antimicrobiana (AMR, na sigla em inglês) — quando os microorganismos sofrem mutações e desenvolvem a capacidade de suportar os efeitos dos medicamentos concebidos para matá-los — provoca, pelo… 21/05/2020 A resistência antimicrobiana (AMR, na sigla em inglês) — quando os microorganismos sofrem mutações e desenvolvem a capacidade de suportar os efeitos dos medicamentos concebidos para matá-los — provoca, pelo menos, 700.000 mortes a nível mundial, todos os anos. Se…
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
30/04/2020 Project brief Prevention, diagnosis and management of podoconiosis: Developing resilient health systems in Ethiopia Our research project in Ethiopia aims to improve the prevention, diagnosis and management of podoconiosis — a non-infectious neglected tropical disease that disproportionally affects poor and marginalised communities. 30/04/2020 Our research project in Ethiopia aims to improve the prevention, diagnosis and management of podoconiosis — a non-infectious neglected tropical disease that disproportionally affects poor and marginalised communities.
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…
27/04/2020 Project brief Improving neglected tropical disease (NTD) services and integrating into primary healthcare Our project in Ethiopia seeks to integrate prevention, diagnosis, management and reporting interventions of three common neglected tropical diseases into the country's primary healthcare system. 27/04/2020 Our project in Ethiopia seeks to integrate prevention, diagnosis, management and reporting interventions of three common neglected tropical diseases into the country's primary healthcare system.
26/04/2020 Newsletter April 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… 26/04/2020 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.
26/04/2020 Newsletter Abril 2020 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… 26/04/2020 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.
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…
02/04/2020 Journal article Determining the agreement between an automated respiratory rate counter and a reference standard for detecting symptoms of pneumonia in children: Protocol for a cross-sectional study in Ethiopia Manually counting respiratory rate is a common method to detect fast breathing, an important sign of pneumonia. However, correctly counting breaths manually and classifying the respiratory rate is challenging, often… 02/04/2020 Manually counting respiratory rate is a common method to detect fast breathing, an important sign of pneumonia. However, correctly counting breaths manually and classifying the respiratory rate is challenging, often leading to inappropriate treatment.
30/03/2020 Journal article Automated respiratory rate counter to assess children for symptoms of pneumonia: Protocol for cross-sectional usability and acceptability studies in Ethiopia and Nepal Background Manually counting a child’s respiratory rate (RR) for 60 seconds using an acute respiratory infection timer is the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended method for detecting fast breathing as a… 30/03/2020 Background Manually counting a child’s respiratory rate (RR) for 60 seconds using an acute respiratory infection timer is the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended method for detecting fast breathing as a sign of pneumonia. However, counting the RR is challenging and…
30/03/2020 Newsletter March 2020 upSCALE newsletter Mozambique Welcome to our first newsletter on the upSCALE project in Mozambique. 30/03/2020 Welcome to our first newsletter on the upSCALE project in Mozambique.
30/03/2020 Newsletter Março 2020 upSCALE newsletter Moçambique Bem-vindo à nossa primeira newsletter sobre o projeto upSCALE em Moçambique. 30/03/2020 Bem-vindo à nossa primeira newsletter sobre o projeto upSCALE em Moçambique.
26/03/2020 Position statement Antimicrobial resistance: A growing threat to global health Antimicrobial resistance contributes to at least 700,000 deaths globally every year. Without urgent action, millions of lives are at risk and economies will suffer. 26/03/2020 Antimicrobial resistance contributes to at least 700,000 deaths globally every year. Without urgent action, millions of lives are at risk and economies will suffer.
24/03/2020 Position statement Stemming the rising tide of global dengue Dengue is the world’s fastest growing vector-borne disease. To tackle it, we urgently need to increase funding for vaccine development, improve real-time case surveillance systems, strengthen vector control tools, amplify community… 24/03/2020 Dengue is the world’s fastest growing vector-borne disease. To tackle it, we urgently need to increase funding for vaccine development, improve real-time case surveillance systems, strengthen vector control tools, amplify community engagement and enhance global collaboration.
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 Journal article Evaluation of a capacity building intervention on malaria treatment for under‑fives in rural health facilities in Niger State, Nigeria Background Despite the uptake of parasitological testing into policy and practice, appropriate prescription of anti-malarials and artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) in accordance with test results is variable. This study describes… 27/02/2020 Background Despite the uptake of parasitological testing into policy and practice, appropriate prescription of anti-malarials and artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) in accordance with test results is variable. This study describes a National Malaria Control Programme-led capacity building intervention which was…
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.
12/01/2020 Journal article Usability and acceptability of an automated respiratory rate counter to assess childhood pneumonia in Nepal We evaluated the usability of a new automated respiratory rate counter by female community health volunteers (FCHVs), and its acceptability to FCHVs and caregivers in Nepal. 12/01/2020 We evaluated the usability of a new automated respiratory rate counter by female community health volunteers (FCHVs), and its acceptability to FCHVs and caregivers in Nepal.
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.
17/12/2019 Journal article Usability and acceptability of an automated respiratory rate counter to assess children for symptoms of pneumonia: A cross-sectional study in Ethiopia This study aimed to determine the usability of a new automated respiratory rate counter by health extension workers (HEWs), and its acceptability to HEWs, first-level health facility workers and caregivers… 17/12/2019 This study aimed to determine the usability of a new automated respiratory rate counter by health extension workers (HEWs), and its acceptability to HEWs, first-level health facility workers and caregivers in Ethiopia.
17/12/2019 Journal article Implementation of guppy fish (Poecilia reticulata), and a novel larvicide (Pyriproxyfen) product (Sumilarv 2MR) for dengue control in Cambodia: A qualitative study of acceptability, sustainability and community engagement This qualitative study aims to better understand the community acceptance and perceptions of biological controls that would overcome insecticide resistance, for consideration in dengue control strategies for the future. 17/12/2019 This qualitative study aims to better understand the community acceptance and perceptions of biological controls that would overcome insecticide resistance, for consideration in dengue control strategies for the future.
13/12/2019 Journal article Gender-related factors affecting health seeking for neglected tropical diseases: Findings from a qualitative study in Ethiopia There is limited discussion of the influence of gender in neglected tropical disease programmes and interventions, despite known gender-specific differences regarding prevalence, transmission and exposure. This study applied a gender… 13/12/2019 There is limited discussion of the influence of gender in neglected tropical disease programmes and interventions, despite known gender-specific differences regarding prevalence, transmission and exposure. This study applied a gender lens to health seeking in Ethiopia for five NTDs.
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…
05/12/2019 Journal article More work needs to be done to ensure that better pneumonia diagnostics aids are developed and launched to better support frontline health workers Malaria Consortium's response to Ansermino et al.'s article 'Are respiratory rate counters really so bad' was published in EClinicalMedicine. 05/12/2019 Malaria Consortium's response to Ansermino et al.'s article 'Are respiratory rate counters really so bad' was published in EClinicalMedicine.
27/11/2019 Project brief upSCALE: Fortalecimento do sistema digital de saúde O upSCALE está actualmente a ser implementado nas províncias de Cabo Delgado, Inhambane e Zambézia. Na terceira fase do projeto, o Ministério da Saúde pretende expandira plataforma para todo o… 27/11/2019 O upSCALE está actualmente a ser implementado nas províncias de Cabo Delgado, Inhambane e Zambézia. Na terceira fase do projeto, o Ministério da Saúde pretende expandira plataforma para todo o país até 2020. O Malaria Consortium fornecerá assistência técnica ao…
25/11/2019 Presentation What is a breath? Working towards an improved reference standard for counting respiratory rate to validate new automated pneumonia diagnostic aids for children under five This presentation was given at the 68th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 25/11/2019 This presentation was given at the 68th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene.
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…
22/11/2019 Presentation Examining the feasibility of community health worker delivery of severe acute malnutrition treatment using an innovative simplified low-literacy protocol: Results from Nigeria This presentation was given at the 68th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 22/11/2019 This presentation was given at the 68th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene.
21/11/2019 Annual review Trustees’ report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2019 Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2019. 21/11/2019 Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2019.
21/11/2019 Poster Assessing the quality of SMC 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…
15/11/2019 Presentation Acute respiratory infection diagnostic aid: Learnings and next steps This presentation on pneumonia case management was given at the 68th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. It provides an overview of the Acute Respiratory… 15/11/2019 This presentation on pneumonia case management was given at the 68th annual meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. It provides an overview of the Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid project's objectives and results, and suggests next…
12/11/2019 Project brief upSCALE: Strengthening mobile health in Mozambique We provided technical assistance to the Ministry of Health to improve disease surveillance and community-based maternal and child healthcare. 12/11/2019 We provided technical assistance to the Ministry of Health to improve disease surveillance and community-based maternal and child healthcare.
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...
24/10/2019 Project brief Expanding integrated community case management for maternal and child survival We supported the Ministry of Health in Uganda to strengthen referral systems for under fives with danger signs, and to deliver integrated community level services for maternal, newborn and child… 24/10/2019 We supported the Ministry of Health in Uganda to strengthen referral systems for under fives with danger signs, and to deliver integrated community level services for maternal, newborn and child health; water, sanitation and hygiene; and nutrition.
14/10/2019 Infographic Studying the usability and acceptability of two pneumonia diagnostic aids Malaria Consortium frontline health workers in Ethiopia and Nepal to use two new aids for classifying fast breathing: a symptom of pneumonia. This infographic visualises our findings on the usability… 14/10/2019 Malaria Consortium frontline health workers in Ethiopia and Nepal to use two new aids for classifying fast breathing: a symptom of pneumonia. This infographic visualises our findings on the usability and acceptability of these devices.
03/10/2019 Research brief Usability and acceptability of two automated pneumonia diagnostic aids: Findings from Ethiopia and Nepal The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) project introduced two automated respiratory rate counting aids in Ethiopia and Nepal to support frontline health workers to classify fast breathing: a symptom… 03/10/2019 The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) project introduced two automated respiratory rate counting aids in Ethiopia and Nepal to support frontline health workers to classify fast breathing: a symptom of pneumonia.
27/09/2019 Project brief Improving community-based primary healthcare in Nigeria With a focus on maternal, newborn and child health, this project aims to revitalise primary healthcare and secure universal health coverage in Niger state. 27/09/2019 With a focus on maternal, newborn and child health, this project aims to revitalise primary healthcare and secure universal health coverage in Niger state.
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 Insight brief Equipment challenges in rolling out mobile health solutions Find out about the lessons we learnt through implementing the digital platform upSCALE in Mozambique, and our recommendations for those designing mobile health interventions in low resource settings. 23/09/2019 Find out about the lessons we learnt through implementing the digital platform upSCALE in Mozambique, and our recommendations for those designing mobile health interventions in low resource settings.
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.
09/09/2019 Advocacy brief Untapped potential: Integrating neglected tropical diseases into primary healthcare Neglected tropical diseases affect more than a billion people in low- and middle-income countries. We believe that primary healthcare is essential to manage and, ultimately, eliminate them. 09/09/2019 Neglected tropical diseases affect more than a billion people in low- and middle-income countries. We believe that primary healthcare is essential to manage and, ultimately, eliminate them.
02/09/2019 Learning brief Integrating birth notification into community health programmes The majority of births in South Sudan remain undocumented, despite the Ministry of Health having the legal instruments and mechanisms in place to promote early birth notification. Strong community engagement… 02/09/2019 The majority of births in South Sudan remain undocumented, despite the Ministry of Health having the legal instruments and mechanisms in place to promote early birth notification. Strong community engagement and awareness-raising interventions are required to improve birth registration and…
30/08/2019 Newsletter August 2019 newsletter Our August 2019 newsletter features a blog from USAID's Malaria Action Program for Districts in Uganda and the latest from our work on malaria surveillance in Mozambique. To receive the monthly… 30/08/2019 Our August 2019 newsletter features a blog from USAID's Malaria Action Program for Districts in Uganda and the latest from our work on malaria surveillance in Mozambique. To receive the monthly newsletter direct to your inbox, sign up here.
30/08/2019 Learning brief Pioneering the Boma Health Initiative Improving child survival remains a major challenge in the Republic of South Sudan. Community-based primary healthcare is key to tackling childhood illnesses and to achieving universal health coverage. In 2016,… 30/08/2019 Improving child survival remains a major challenge in the Republic of South Sudan. Community-based primary healthcare is key to tackling childhood illnesses and to achieving universal health coverage. In 2016, the government launched its flagship strategy: the Boma Health Initiative.
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…
31/07/2019 Newsletter July 2019 newsletter Our July 2019 newsletter marks the start of a new seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in the Sahel region of Africa, plus the launch of project films from Uganda and Bangladesh. To… 31/07/2019 Our July 2019 newsletter marks the start of a new seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign in the Sahel region of Africa, plus the launch of project films from Uganda and Bangladesh. To receive the monthly newsletter direct to your inbox, sign up…
29/07/2019 Project brief Strengthening malaria surveillance for data-driven decision making in Mozambique This project aims to operationalise a functional malaria surveillance system responsive to all transmission strata across Mozambique by strengthening data quality and establishing a data-use and data-to-action culture. 29/07/2019 This project aims to operationalise a functional malaria surveillance system responsive to all transmission strata across Mozambique by strengthening data quality and establishing a data-use and data-to-action culture.
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…
01/07/2019 Journal article Performance of four respiratory rate counters to support community health workers to detect the symptoms of pneumonia in children in low resource settings: A prospective, multicentre, hospital-based, single-blinded, comparative trial Background Pneumonia is one of the leading causes of death in children under-five globally. The current diagnostic criteria for pneumonia are based on increased respiratory rate (RR) or chest in-drawing in… 01/07/2019 Background Pneumonia is one of the leading causes of death in children under-five globally. The current diagnostic criteria for pneumonia are based on increased respiratory rate (RR) or chest in-drawing in children with cough and/or difficulty breathing. Accurately counting RR is…
27/06/2019 Journal article Effect of community-based intervention on improving access to treatment for sick under-five children in hard-to-reach communities in Niger State, Nigeria Background Access to prompt and appropriate treatment is key to survival for children with malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea. Community-based services are vital to extending care to remote populations. Malaria Consortium supported… 27/06/2019 Background Access to prompt and appropriate treatment is key to survival for children with malaria, pneumonia and diarrhoea. Community-based services are vital to extending care to remote populations. Malaria Consortium supported Niger state Ministry of Health, Nigeria, to introduce and implement…
27/06/2019 Journal article Barriers on the pathway to survival for children dying from treatable illnesses in Inhambane province, Mozambique Background Mozambique has one of the highest under-5 mortality rates in the world. Community health workers (CHWs) are deployed to increase access to care; in Mozambique they are known as… 27/06/2019 Background Mozambique has one of the highest under-5 mortality rates in the world. Community health workers (CHWs) are deployed to increase access to care; in Mozambique they are known as agentes polivalentes elementares (APEs). This study aimed to investigate child…
27/06/2019 Journal article Community engagement and mobilisation of local resources to support integrated Community Case Management of childhood illnesses in Niger State, Nigeria Background Despite strong evidence of integrated community case management (iCCM) of childhood illnesses being a proven intervention for reducing childhood morbidity and mortality, sustainability remains a challenge in most settings.… 27/06/2019 Background Despite strong evidence of integrated community case management (iCCM) of childhood illnesses being a proven intervention for reducing childhood morbidity and mortality, sustainability remains a challenge in most settings. Community ownership and contribution are important factors in sustainability. The…
25/06/2019 Journal article Integrated community case management: Planning for sustainability in five African countries The World Health Organization launched an initiative to plan for the sustainability of integrated community case management (iCCM) programmes supported by the Rapid Access Expansion programme in five African countries… 25/06/2019 The World Health Organization launched an initiative to plan for the sustainability of integrated community case management (iCCM) programmes supported by the Rapid Access Expansion programme in five African countries in 2016.
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…
20/06/2019 Newsletter June 2019 newsletter Our June 2019 newsletter focuses on dengue, the world's fastest growing disease. Includes opinion from Malaria Consortium's Senior Vector Control Specialist, Prof. Leo Braack. 20/06/2019 Our June 2019 newsletter focuses on dengue, the world's fastest growing disease. Includes opinion from Malaria Consortium's Senior Vector Control Specialist, Prof. Leo Braack.
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 Newsletter May 2019 newsletter Our May 2019 newsletter focussed on universal health coverage and the 2019 World Health Assembly taking place in Geneva. To receive the monthly newsletter direct to your inbox, sign up here. 20/05/2019 Our May 2019 newsletter focussed on universal health coverage and the 2019 World Health Assembly taking place in Geneva. To receive the monthly newsletter direct to your inbox, sign up here.
17/05/2019 Project brief Controlling vectors and engaging communities to prevent dengue in Cambodia To prevent and limit dengue transmission, we trialled a socio-ecological vector control strategy using guppy fish distribution for larval source control, and the introduction of low-cost mosquito traps, combined with… 17/05/2019 To prevent and limit dengue transmission, we trialled a socio-ecological vector control strategy using guppy fish distribution for larval source control, and the introduction of low-cost mosquito traps, combined with social 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.
05/04/2019 Research brief Improving access to treatment for severe acute malnutrition in Nigeria This research brief summarises the findings of a pilot study conducted as part of the RISE for Nutrition project. With training and supportive supervision, the study found that low-literate community… 05/04/2019 This research brief summarises the findings of a pilot study conducted as part of the RISE for Nutrition project. With training and supportive supervision, the study found that low-literate community health workers (CORPs) were generally able to assess, identify, treat…
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…
21/03/2019 Briefing note One Health and community engagement: Two complementary approaches for tackling antimicrobial resistance A One Health approach and community engagement are crucial to tackling antimicrobial resistance. We carried out two studies in Bangladesh that highlight the value of community dialogues in addressing this… 21/03/2019 A One Health approach and community engagement are crucial to tackling antimicrobial resistance. We carried out two studies in Bangladesh that highlight the value of community dialogues in addressing this threat to global health.
10/03/2019 Journal article Dengue situation in Bangladesh: An epidemiological shift in terms of morbidity and mortality In this study, climatic changes and rapid unplanned urbanization were strong predictors of an ecological imbalance that led to increased dengue cases in 2016, and the emergence of chikungunya virus… 10/03/2019 In this study, climatic changes and rapid unplanned urbanization were strong predictors of an ecological imbalance that led to increased dengue cases in 2016, and the emergence of chikungunya virus in Bangladesh in 2017.
28/02/2019 Poster Community dialogues for the prevention and control of neglected tropical diseases in Nampula province, Mozambique In Mozambique, neglected tropical diseases pose major challenges to the government and communities alike, and their prevention and control requires a strategic community-based approach to behaviour change. The community dialogue… 28/02/2019 In Mozambique, neglected tropical diseases pose major challenges to the government and communities alike, and their prevention and control requires a strategic community-based approach to behaviour change. The community dialogue approach (CDA) creates a platform that is embedded into existing…
27/02/2019 Poster Mitigating the challenges of introducing a mobile health (mHealth) solution in rural Mozambique by using a community dialogue approach The increased usage of mobile technologies and services in sub-Saharan Africa offers invaluable opportunities for accelerating development outcomes. To capitalise on them, interventions should be accompanied by robustcommunity engagement strategies.… 27/02/2019 The increased usage of mobile technologies and services in sub-Saharan Africa offers invaluable opportunities for accelerating development outcomes. To capitalise on them, interventions should be accompanied by robustcommunity engagement strategies. A community dialogue approach successfully and pre-emptively addressed the socio-cultural…
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…
08/02/2019 Journal article Knowledge, attitudes and practices with regard to schistosomiasis prevention and control: Two cross-sectional household surveys before and after a community dialogue intervention in Nampula province, Mozambique Schistosomiasis is a parasitic neglected tropical disease that affects around 190 million people worldwide, causing chronic ill health and disability. Central to its prevention and control are the acceptance of… 08/02/2019 Schistosomiasis is a parasitic neglected tropical disease that affects around 190 million people worldwide, causing chronic ill health and disability. Central to its prevention and control are the acceptance of health interventions, such as mass drug distribution and the adoption…
06/02/2019 Insight brief Improving maternal and newborn health in midwestern Uganda: Insights from Kibale and Hoima The districts of Kibale and Hoima in midwestern Uganda have seen some of the country's poorest reproductive maternal, newborn and child health indicators in recent years. From July 2017 to… 06/02/2019 The districts of Kibale and Hoima in midwestern Uganda have seen some of the country's poorest reproductive maternal, newborn and child health indicators in recent years. From July 2017 to December 2018, Malaria Consortium worked with the Ugandan Ministry of…
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…
04/02/2019 Infographic Studying the acceptability of an automated pneumonia diagnostic device in Ethiopia This infographic about the Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aids (ARIDA) programme visualises the results from the Children's Automated Respiration Monitor (ChARM) study in Ethiopia. 04/02/2019 This infographic about the Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aids (ARIDA) programme visualises the results from the Children's Automated Respiration Monitor (ChARM) study in Ethiopia.
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.
21/01/2019 Case study ChARM data collection: Aslefech Demeke's story The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) project aims to introduce automated respiratory rate counting aids to help frontline health workers in resource-limited community settings and health facilities diagnose pneumonia.… 21/01/2019 The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) project aims to introduce automated respiratory rate counting aids to help frontline health workers in resource-limited community settings and health facilities diagnose pneumonia. Aslefech Demeke, from Shafina Health Post, took part in the…
21/12/2018 Newsletter End of year newsletter 2018 This newsletter showcases Malaria Consortium's highlights of 2018. 21/12/2018 This newsletter showcases Malaria Consortium's highlights of 2018.
13/12/2018 Insight brief Community dialogues and mobile health: Insights from Mozambique While ownership of mobile devices in Mozambique is growing fast, discrepancies based on gender and location remain. The socio-cultural barriers such inequalities create may limit the community’s acceptance of health… 13/12/2018 While ownership of mobile devices in Mozambique is growing fast, discrepancies based on gender and location remain. The socio-cultural barriers such inequalities create may limit the community’s acceptance of health workers using mobile devices during consultations. In 2017, Malaria Consortium trialled…
13/12/2018 Presentation Community dialogues for the prevention and control of neglected tropical diseases in Mozambique This presentation was given at the 2018 International Conference on Social Determinants of Health in Maputo, Mozambique. It discusses community dialogue interventions to prevent and control neglected tropical diseases. 13/12/2018 This presentation was given at the 2018 International Conference on Social Determinants of Health in Maputo, Mozambique. It discusses community dialogue interventions to prevent and control neglected tropical diseases.
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…
12/12/2018 Research brief Strengthening primary healthcare for neglected tropical diseases in Ethiopia Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) affect more than a billion people in tropical and subtropical conditions. NTDs are 20 diverse diseases of poverty and have historically received less global attention than… 12/12/2018 Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) affect more than a billion people in tropical and subtropical conditions. NTDs are 20 diverse diseases of poverty and have historically received less global attention than high-profile 'killer diseases' such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis or malaria. Nevertheless,…
11/12/2018 Annual review Trustees' report and financial statements for the year to 31 March 2018 Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2018. 11/12/2018 Malaria Consortium's Trustees present their report and the audited financial statements for the year which ended 31 March 2018.
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…
16/11/2018 Project brief Community dialogue to address antibiotic resistance in Bangladesh The spread of antibiotic resistance is an issue of growing global concern. It is often cited as one of the most critical threats to global health, food security and development.… 16/11/2018 The spread of antibiotic resistance is an issue of growing global concern. It is often cited as one of the most critical threats to global health, food security and development. This study built on the assumption that successfully changing people’s…
16/11/2018 Training materials A guide to implementing the community dialogue approach This guide is intended for health programme implementers who want to help communities make healthy choices. It introduces the community dialogue approach: an innovative and participatory approach used to achieve… 16/11/2018 This guide is intended for health programme implementers who want to help communities make healthy choices. It introduces the community dialogue approach: an innovative and participatory approach used to achieve and sustain social action towards improving the health of communities.
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 Dengue knowledge, attitudes and practices and their impact on community-based vector control in rural Cambodia The World Health Organization's global strategy for dengue prevention aims to reduce mortality rates by 50 percent and morbidity by 25 percent by 2020. The adoption of an integrated vector… 31/10/2018 The World Health Organization's global strategy for dengue prevention aims to reduce mortality rates by 50 percent and morbidity by 25 percent by 2020. The adoption of an integrated vector management approach using community-based methods is one of the recommended…
31/10/2018 Poster Qualitative assessment to understand community's acceptance, preferences and sustainability of guppy fish (Poecilia reticulata), Pyriproxyfen (Sumilarv® 2MR), and community engagement for dengue control in Kampong Cham, Cambodia, 2016 Dengue is the most rapidly spreading mosquito-borne viral disease in the world and Cambodia has one of the highest per-capita incidence rates in the region. Without a widely available vaccine… 31/10/2018 Dengue is the most rapidly spreading mosquito-borne viral disease in the world and Cambodia has one of the highest per-capita incidence rates in the region. Without a widely available vaccine or therapeutics, vector control is the most effective way to…
31/10/2018 Poster Resistance of Aedes aegypti (Diptera: Culicidae) Populations to Deltamethrin, Permethrin, and Temephos in Cambodia Knowledge on the extent, distribution and mechanisms of insecticide resistance is essential for successful insecticide-based dengue control interventions. In this presentation, we report the resistance profile of the dengue vector… 31/10/2018 Knowledge on the extent, distribution and mechanisms of insecticide resistance is essential for successful insecticide-based dengue control interventions. In this presentation, we report the resistance profile of the dengue vector Aedes aegypti to commonly used insecticides in Cambodia. This presentation was…
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 brief RISE for Nutrition Malnutrition is a major public health concern in Nigeria and a contributing factor to nearly half of all child deaths in the country. The impact of malnutrition is exacerbated in… 30/10/2018 Malnutrition is a major public health concern in Nigeria and a contributing factor to nearly half of all child deaths in the country. The impact of malnutrition is exacerbated in Niger state, the largest in the country, as much of…
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…
29/10/2018 Poster Can community health workers in Ethiopia correctly assess under-fives for symptoms of pneumonia using a new respiratory rate diagnostic aid? The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) acceptability study aims to understand if health extension workers in Ethiopia can correctly adhere to integrated community case management (iCCM) algorithms to assess… 29/10/2018 The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aid (ARIDA) acceptability study aims to understand if health extension workers in Ethiopia can correctly adhere to integrated community case management (iCCM) algorithms to assess and classify children under five using a new automated respiratory…
29/10/2018 Poster Community case management of chest indrawing pneumonia with oral amoxicillin in children in Nigeria Current recommendations advise community health workers to refer cases of chest indrawing pneumonia to health facilities for treatment, but many children die due to delays or non-compliance with referral advice.… 29/10/2018 Current recommendations advise community health workers to refer cases of chest indrawing pneumonia to health facilities for treatment, but many children die due to delays or non-compliance with referral advice. In Nigeria, a one-arm safety study was completed in 2018…
29/10/2018 Poster Diagnostic challenges in childhood pneumonia: Lessons learnt in selecting a reference standard for validating new respiratory rate counting aids In the absence of aetiology-based tools for diagnosing pneumonia, it is essential that community health workers (CHWs) correctly measure a child’s respiratory rate (RR) and classify fast breathing according to… 29/10/2018 In the absence of aetiology-based tools for diagnosing pneumonia, it is essential that community health workers (CHWs) correctly measure a child’s respiratory rate (RR) and classify fast breathing according to World Health Organization guidelines. When introducing new RR counting devices,…
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…
25/10/2018 Journal article Performance, Acceptability, and Usability of Respiratory Rate Timers and Pulse Oximeters When Used by Frontline Health Workers to Detect Symptoms of Pneumonia in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia: Protocol for a Two-Phase, Multisite, Mixed-Methods Trial BACKGROUND:Pneumonia is one of the leading causes of death in children aged under 5 years in both sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia. The current diagnostic criterion for pneumonia is based… 25/10/2018 BACKGROUND:Pneumonia is one of the leading causes of death in children aged under 5 years in both sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia. The current diagnostic criterion for pneumonia is based on the increased respiratory rate (RR) in children with cough…
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...
10/10/2018 Journal article Digital Technologies for Health Workforce Development in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Scoping Review The collection of journal articles, systematic reviews, and reports published over the last decade that attest to the potential of digital technologies to achieve health workforce improvements across all aspects… 10/10/2018 The collection of journal articles, systematic reviews, and reports published over the last decade that attest to the potential of digital technologies to achieve health workforce improvements across all aspects of the health system is vast. As a capacity-building mechanism,…
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 The community dialogue approach: Lessons learnt from implementation in four countries How diseases can be prevented, diagnosed and treated is sometimes misunderstood by affected communities, resulting in people getting sick more often and potentially not seeking timely or appropriate care. Improving… 25/09/2018 How diseases can be prevented, diagnosed and treated is sometimes misunderstood by affected communities, resulting in people getting sick more often and potentially not seeking timely or appropriate care. Improving knowledge and understanding of diseases alone is not enough to…
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 Insight brief Maternal and newborn care: Saving premature babies in Uganda As part of the Integrated Community Case Management-Maternal and Child Survival (iCCM-MaCS) project, Malaria Consortium provided formal health facilities in Uganda with incubators and established the use of kangaroo mother… 24/09/2018 As part of the Integrated Community Case Management-Maternal and Child Survival (iCCM-MaCS) project, Malaria Consortium provided formal health facilities in Uganda with incubators and established the use of kangaroo mother care — a World Health Organization-endorsed alternative to conventional neonatal…
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.
21/09/2018 Advocacy brief Malaria Consortium and the Sustainable Development Goals This brochure highlights some of the key ways in which Malaria Consortium is contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals and illustrates the importance of using a multifaceted approach to improve… 21/09/2018 This brochure highlights some of the key ways in which Malaria Consortium is contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals and illustrates the importance of using a multifaceted approach to improve health outcomes globally.
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...
10/09/2018 Technical brief Domestic expenditure on health service delivery in low-income settings To accelerate progress towards universal health coverage (UHC), member states of the World Health Organization (WHO) have agreed to develop further their health financing systems. UHC is defined as ‘all… 10/09/2018 To accelerate progress towards universal health coverage (UHC), member states of the World Health Organization (WHO) have agreed to develop further their health financing systems. UHC is defined as ‘all people receiving quality health services that meet their needs without…
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…
07/08/2018 Briefing note Using promotional materials for effective social and behaviour change communication This briefing note discusses the merits and limitations of using information, education and communication materials or free promotional items to create and sustain behaviour change for a positive health impact… 07/08/2018 This briefing note discusses the merits and limitations of using information, education and communication materials or free promotional items to create and sustain behaviour change for a positive health impact at the community level. It provides guidance to those planning…
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…
20/07/2018 Research brief Supporting roll-out of revised dengue prevention and control guidelines in Myanmar While clear and concise dengue prevention and control guidelines are necessary, it is also crucial that implementers are trained on how these affect their roles and responsibilities. This study compares… 20/07/2018 While clear and concise dengue prevention and control guidelines are necessary, it is also crucial that implementers are trained on how these affect their roles and responsibilities. This study compares two approaches used to train health workers in Myanmar: basic…
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…
03/05/2018 Project brief Integrated community case management in South Sudan This project aims to improve access to basic health care for children suffering from malaria, diarrhoea, pneumonia and severe acute malnutrition in South Sudan, contributing to a reduction in under… 03/05/2018 This project aims to improve access to basic health care for children suffering from malaria, diarrhoea, pneumonia and severe acute malnutrition in South Sudan, contributing to a reduction in under five child mortality in the country.
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.
24/04/2018 Presentation upSCALE: A digital health system strengthening approach for improved quality of care at community level and for passive case reporting for malaria surveillance To improve the quality of care community health workers (CHWs) in Mozambique provide, Malaria Consortium developed the upSCALE platform in 2013, together with the Ministry of Health and Unicef. The… 24/04/2018 To improve the quality of care community health workers (CHWs) in Mozambique provide, Malaria Consortium developed the upSCALE platform in 2013, together with the Ministry of Health and Unicef. The smartphone app supports CHWs’ decision making and enables them to…
23/04/2018 Advocacy brief For a smarter way to beat malaria in Africa we need a data revolution To facilitate a smarter approach to fighting malaria, we need a data revolution in Africa in order to build the capabilities and capacity of malaria-endemic countries to collect, collate and… 23/04/2018 To facilitate a smarter approach to fighting malaria, we need a data revolution in Africa in order to build the capabilities and capacity of malaria-endemic countries to collect, collate and use data. In this brief, Malaria Consortium recommends four critical…
17/04/2018 Presentation A qualitative assessment of community health committees' participation, with and without community dialogues In an effort to reduce child mortality, countries are increasingly adopting the integrated community case management (iCCM) strategy for childhood illnesses. For iCCM to be successful, community engagement is required.… 17/04/2018 In an effort to reduce child mortality, countries are increasingly adopting the integrated community case management (iCCM) strategy for childhood illnesses. For iCCM to be successful, community engagement is required. This presentation assesses community health committees’ participation with and without…
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…
04/04/2018 Project brief Community dialogues for the prevention and control of neglected tropical diseases This project aims to improve knowledge of the most prevalent neglected tropical diseases and promote the uptake of effective prevention and control practices at the community level using a community… 04/04/2018 This project aims to improve knowledge of the most prevalent neglected tropical diseases and promote the uptake of effective prevention and control practices at the community level using a community dialogue approach.
04/04/2018 Research brief Research learning tool Research is central to Malaria Consortium’s work and essential to improving health and health care delivery. We conduct research in a range of locations, transmission settings and health systems to… 04/04/2018 Research is central to Malaria Consortium’s work and essential to improving health and health care delivery. We conduct research in a range of locations, transmission settings and health systems to develop and test new approaches and products, as well as…
29/03/2018 Project brief ARIDA field trial: acceptability study The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aids (ARIDA) project aims to evaluate community health workers’ and facility health workers’ use of respiratory rate counting aids on children under five in Ethiopia… 29/03/2018 The Acute Respiratory Infection Diagnostic Aids (ARIDA) project aims to evaluate community health workers’ and facility health workers’ use of respiratory rate counting aids on children under five in Ethiopia and Nepal. This brief provides a summary of the project's…
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…
14/03/2018 Journal article Resistance of Aedes aegypti (Diptera: Culicidae) Populations to Deltamethrin, Permethrin, and Temephos in Cambodia Background Dengue fever is a major public health issue in Cambodia, with over 185,000 cases estimated annually. Transmission occurs primarily through the Aedis aegypti vector, which favours environments where water storage… 14/03/2018 Background Dengue fever is a major public health issue in Cambodia, with over 185,000 cases estimated annually. Transmission occurs primarily through the Aedis aegypti vector, which favours environments where water storage is abundant and solid waste disposal is deficient. This vector…
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 l