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malaria parasite

World Malaria Day: Do you know about cerebral malaria that affects the brain?

Cerebral malaria occurs when infected red blood cells block small blood vessels in the brain, leading to inflammation, swelling, and damage to brain tissue.
Updated on Apr 25, 2025 03:07 pm IST

UN authorizes a second malaria vaccine. Experts warn it's not enough

Research suggests the vaccine is more than 75% effective and that protection is maintained for at least another year with a booster.
Published on Oct 03, 2023 08:57 am IST

Why developing the world’s first malaria vaccine has taken so long

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Malaria, a parasitic infection transmitted by mosquitoes, is one of Africa’s deadliest diseases. (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)
Published on Aug 03, 2023 06:48 pm IST

Local transmission of ‘Malaria’ detected in the US for first time in 20 years

Malaria remains a major global health concern causing about 24.1 crore cases and 6.27 lakh deaths globally in 2022. (Representative Image)
Published on Jun 27, 2023 08:00 am IST

Cross-border malaria elimination: Shared responsibility for neighbouring nations

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Malaria spreading mosquito
Published on May 11, 2024 02:28 pm IST