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Controlling malaria

Large-scale attempts to control malaria have had a turbulent history: successful in some parts of the world, but failing in many others. Explore research that aims to find the most effective strategies - including treatment programmes, spraying and bednets - to help communities and countries tackle malaria.

Background

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Bednets treated with insecticide provide a physical barrier that helps prevent exposure to infected mosquito bites and reduces the number of mosquitoes in a room. 11/08/04
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Insecticides can be used to kill adult mosquitoes or their larvae. 11/08/04
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Several control measures are currently used against the human malaria parasites and their mosquito vectors. 11/08/04
"A child dying from malaria every 30 seconds is completely unacceptable when we have effective and affordable ways to help children and adults avoid infection." Carol Bellamy, UNICEF
               
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