326 Publications items related to 'SMC'
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Evaluating the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention on markers associated with drug resistance in Karamoja region, Uganda
While the prevalence of mutations associated with moderate sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine resistance was high in the Karamoja region, seasonal malaria chemoprevention did not lead to an increase in…
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A comparative cost analysis of an integrated seasonal malaria chemoprevention and vitamin A supplementation campaign with a stand-alone campaign among children under five in Nigeria
This study demonstrates that full integration of vitamin A delivery with seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaigns is feasible at a minimal additional cost.
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Documenting the impact of community leaders to increase the uptake of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Northern Bahr el Ghazal, South Sudan
Community leaders can contribute to improved uptake of interventions.
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Resources: Project brief :
Seasonal malaria chemoprevention
Malaria Consortium is a leading implementer of seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC) and carries out pioneering research to strengthen the quality and effectiveness of this life-saving intervention.
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Adverse events and reporting mechanisms for seasonal malaria chemoprevention: Insights from a survey in Karamoja region, Uganda
Reporting mechanisms for adverse events were well known by caregivers and adverse events were adequately reported.
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Identifying medium-term future research priorities for seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Africa: An eDELPHI study
This study presents 10 medium-term SMC research priorities, which should guide new research and inform programme expansion and adaptation.
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Maximising malaria prevention. Effectiveness of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Mozambican children: A cluster-randomised controlled trial
Seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Mozambique significantly reduces childhood malaria, with effectiveness increasing through strict treatment adherence.
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Delivering seasonal malaria chemoprevention in complex operating environments: Lessons from Wedwil refugee camp, South Sudan
Implementing seasonal malaria chemoprevention in refugee camps presents unique challenges that should be identified and planned for.
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Increasing certainty of seasonal malaria chemoprevention impact: A mathematical model using routine data in Burkina Faso
Age-related variations in routine data can be attributed to other interventions, non-malarial fevers and treatment-seeking, which mask the impact of seasonal malaria chemoprevention.
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Resources: Capacity statement :
Global capacity statement
Our global capacity statement describes our approach and expertise and provides an overview of the key areas of our work.
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Deploying digital tools to optimise seasonal malaria chemoprevention: Lessons from the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria
Digitising SMC campaigns can improve timely access to data, inform decision-making and enhance transparency.
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A cross-sectional survey to assess the feasibility and acceptability of seasonal malaria chemoprevention in Karamoja region, Uganda
SMC was feasible and acceptable among all included stakeholders at the national, district and community level, including the nomadic pastoralist communities.
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Resources: Project report :
Coverage and quality of seasonal malaria chemoprevention supported by Malaria Consortium in 2023
This report outlines our methods for monitoring coverage of our SMC programme and the quality of its delivery in 2023.
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Resources: Project report :
Malaria Consortium’s seasonal malaria chemoprevention programme: Philanthropy report 2023
This report summarises achievements and challenges in areas where Malaria Consortium used philanthropic funding for SMC in 2023.
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Resources: Journal article :
Receipt of seasonal malaria chemoprevention by age-ineligible children and associated factors in nine implementation states in Nigeria
Children aged 3-59 months are eligible to receive seasonal malaria chemoprevention (SMC). This study aimed to assess how often SMC medicines were administered to ineligible children during the 2022…
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From efficacy to effectiveness: a comprehensive framework for monitoring, evaluating and optimizing SMC programmes
This paper describes the process for developing a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation framework tailored specifically to seasonal malaria chemoprevention.
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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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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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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…
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Seasonal malaria chemoprevention effectiveness in Northern Mozambique: Results from a cluster-randomised controlled trial
After adjusting for relevant variables on an intention-to-treat basis, seasonal malaria chemoprevention with sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine plus amodiaquine effectively prevented clinical malaria in…