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The challenges of malaria elimination in the Asia–Pacific region.

Authors :
Fowkes, Freya JI
Robinson, Leanne J
Simpson, Julie A
Thriemer, Kamala
Laman, Moses
Oo, Win Han
Source :
Medical Journal of Australia; Aug2024, Vol. 221 Issue 4, p182-185, 4p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The Asia-Pacific region faces significant challenges in eliminating malaria. More than 2 billion people are at risk of malaria, with multiple species of the parasite and various vectors transmitting the disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance (APLMA) are working towards malaria elimination by 2030, with Australia providing financial and technical support. However, progress has been variable, and recent factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and armed conflict have hindered efforts. Challenges include the need for more sensitive tools to detect malaria, the inadequacy of current prevention methods, drug resistance, and the complexity of treating P. vivax infections. To achieve malaria elimination, innovative tools and strategies must be developed and implemented, with collaboration, community engagement, and political commitment. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0025729X
Volume :
221
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Medical Journal of Australia
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
179070433
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5694/mja2.52398