In a groundbreaking study, researchers found that permethrin-treated baby wraps could reduce malaria cases in young children by 65%. This innovative approach may provide a new line of defense against the deadly disease in sub-Saharan Africa.
A 5-year-old girl named Suza Kenyaba died from malaria due to critical delays in foreign aid delivery caused by U.S. policy changes, revealing a devastating health crisis in Congo.
The DRC has declared its 16th Ebola outbreak following the confirmation of the virus in samples from Kasai Province. This comes amidst ongoing health crises, raising alarms about the country's healthcare capacity.
Chagas disease is quietly spreading across the U.S., with California being a hotspot. While it kills more than malaria in Latin America, many remain unaware they are infected. Experts urge for increased awareness and screening.
A Morris County resident may be the first in New Jersey to acquire malaria locally since 1991. Investigators are working with the CDC to identify sources of infection while emphasizing low public risk.
Researchers have discovered a groundbreaking CRISPR gene-editing method that modifies mosquitoes to prevent malaria transmission, potentially saving hundreds of thousands of lives annually.
Zimbabwe faces a severe malaria resurgence, with cases skyrocketing after US funding cuts. Experts warn this could reverse two decades of progress in controlling the disease, threatening lives across the nation.
In a groundbreaking move, Novartis has received approval for Coartem® Baby, the first malaria treatment specifically designed for newborns and young infants, addressing a critical healthcare gap in malaria-endemic regions.
Swiss authorities have approved Coartem Baby, the first malaria treatment for newborns under 11 pounds, addressing a significant health gap for vulnerable infants. This sweet cherry-flavored drug can be mixed with breast milk, making it easier to administer.
Authorities in Congo are investigating a deadly outbreak that has claimed at least 60 lives, with suspicions of water contamination. Over 1,000 cases of illness have emerged, raising fears of a possible poisoning event.
