Tuesday 13 December 2011

Global Malaria Deaths Falling

It is estimated that malaria killed 655,000 people in 2010 co9mpared to 800,000 in 2004. The main factors that have reduced malaria deaths include:
  • 145 million insecticide treated bed nets delivered to Sub-Saharan Africa
  • Increased spraying around settlements to kill mosquitoes
  • Improved drug treatment

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-16161907
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