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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