The malaria challenge in the 21st century: perspectives for Africa

Malaria control has had little success in Africa despite the achievements in malaria research. It is time to put more emphasis on sustainable control measures through local commitment to diagnose and treat malaria in order to prevent illness and death. This goal can be best achieved through basic he...

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Published inParassitologia Vol. 41; no. 1-3; p. 507
Main Author Touré, Y T
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Italy 01.09.1999
Subjects
Africa
Europe
Health Services Accessibility - trends
Humans
Malaria - prevention & control
Mosquito Control
Rural Health
United States
Water Supply
World Health Organization
United States
Europe
Africa
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Summary:Malaria control has had little success in Africa despite the achievements in malaria research. It is time to put more emphasis on sustainable control measures through local commitment to diagnose and treat malaria in order to prevent illness and death. This goal can be best achieved through basic health care centers, schools and safe water supplies to rural areas. Complementary actions through research and international support will be strongly needed.
ISSN:0048-2951