1496 items related to 'Malaria'
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A quasi-experimental study to estimate effectiveness of SMC in Aweil South county in Northern Bahr El Ghazal, South Sudan
The results of this study indicate that seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) is effective at reducing the incidence of malaria in under-fives in an area with high seasonal malaria transmission and…
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World’s first malaria vaccine rollout launched in Cameroon
The world’s first large-scale immunisation programme of the RTS,S malaria vaccine began today in 42 districts of Cameroon and is expected to deliver 662,000 doses. This marks a significant milestone…
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Urban–rural differences in SMC coverage and characteristics of target populations in nine states of Nigeria
This study investigated urban–rural differences in seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) coverage and other programme outcomes, as well as child and caregiver characteristics of target populations…
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completedEvaluating intermittent preventive treatment of malaria in school-aged children in Burkina Faso
While malaria outcomes are improving for pregnant women and children under five, malaria infection rates in Burkina Faso are rising, with 27 per cent of cases occurring in children aged 5-14 years.…
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Top reads of 2023
In 2023, alongside continuing our work with communities and governments across Africa and Asia to strengthen health systems, improve access to health services and find solutions to improve health and…
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Improving outcomes for children with malaria, diarrhoea and pneumonia in Mozambique: A cluster randomised controlled trial of the inSCALE technology innovation
This study highlights the potential value of a technology intervention aimed at strengthening integrated community case management to address the largest causes of childhood morbidity and mortality…
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completedConducting rapid assessments to build the evidence base for seasonal malaria chemoprevention in new geographies
SMC has been used successfully in the Sahel region of West and Central Africa and has been shown to be 75 percent effective in preventing uncomplicated and severe malaria during this high-risk…
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Videos :
World Malaria Report 2023: Our commitment to investing in global health
The World Health Organization's 2023 World Malaria Report shows that malaria cases have risen, yet there is hope, despite gaps in funding and emerging threats, Malaria Consortium's commitment has…
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How can we leverage social and behaviour change to make malaria history?
As the team from Malaria Consortium interacted with over 130 delegates at the 2023 RBM Partnership to End Malaria Social and Behaviour Change Working Group meeting in Abidjan under the topic…
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Introducing a digital intervention to strengthen the Boma Health Initiative
A project to digitalise integrated community case management in South Sudan aims to address gaps in reporting and increase data quality, and could also improve child health outcomes.
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Evaluating the acceptability and usability of digital tools for implementing a long-lasting insecticidal net distribution campaign in Northern Bahr el Ghazal state, South Sudan
Digitalisation of long-lasting insecticidal net distribution is possible in areas with low network coverage.
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Implementation of a mass insecticide-treated net campaign using information and communication technology for development through a single-phase distribution approach in Anambra state, Nigeria
Digitalisation of insecticide-treated net distribution activities in Anambra state improved the efficiency, accountability and transparency of the campaign.
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World Malaria Report 2023: Beyond the numbers, new approaches needed to reaccelerate progress
Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) published its World Malaria Report for 2023, assessing global and regional malaria trends in 2022 and providing an opportunity to reflect on progress…
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Mairo's mission to save lives: The matron improving outcomes for children with severe malaria
Photos by David Dawali Exodus This is Mairo, a matron at a hospital in Kano state, in northern Nigeria. She stands in the middle of the ward where is she is responsible, alongside a team of nurses,…
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Nigeria welcomes Malaria Consortium’s Chief Executive on collective efforts for national health sector resilience
In a visit of Nigeria, from 6th to 10th November, Dr James Tibenderana, Malaria Consortium’s Chief Executive, met with officials from the Federal Ministry of Health and representatives from national…
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Social and behaviour change matters for data quality: Lessons from strengthening Mozambique's malaria surveillance system for informed decision-making
Our social and behaviour change approach fosters sustained behaviour change by enabling individuals to critically assess their actions and adopt positive behaviours that enhance decision-making.
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Reversing the malaria upsurge in Uganda: The game-changing role of social and behaviour change
Targeted interventions in Dokolo and Nwoya drastically reduced malaria prevalence, showcasing the power of community-driven health strategies.
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Leveraging data-driven approaches for malaria social and behaviour change programming in conflict-affected communities of the Southwest and Littoral regions of Cameroon
Data-driven approaches enhance targeted malaria prevention in conflict-affected areas of Cameroon, optimising community engagement and volunteer resources.
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Resources: Project brief :
Evaluating intermittent preventive treatment of malaria in school-aged children in Burkina Faso
We are exploring new approaches to preventing malaria infections and reducing mortality in children aged between 5 and 14 years in Burkina Faso.
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Resources: Presentation :
Rapid assessments for the deployment of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in new geographies of East and southern Africa
A rapid assessment will estimate the effectiveness, chemoprevention efficacy, potential deployment impact, acceptability and feasibility of seasonal malaria chemoprevention using SPAQ in new…