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A new step toward ending 'the wrath of malaria'

A new step toward ending 'the wrath of malaria'

FromShort Wave


A new step toward ending 'the wrath of malaria'

FromShort Wave

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Length:
11 minutes
Released:
Nov 2, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Scientists have been trying to figure out how to eradicate malaria for decades. Globally, a child under the age of five dies from the disease every two minutes, and even for kids who do survive there can be long term complications. A big breakthrough finally came in October when the World Health Organization endorsed MoSQUIRIX, the first malaria vaccine. It has relatively low efficacy, just about 30%, but malaria researcher Winter Okoth explains how the new vaccine could still make a big difference.
Released:
Nov 2, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes, every weekday. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.