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The report details the April 2021 meeting of the WHO Malaria Policy Advisory Group, focusing on strategies for malaria control and elimination. The discussions included rethinking malaria strategies, clinical malaria diagnostics, antimalarial drug resistance in Africa, and the zoonotic potential of P. knowlesi. Emphasis was placed on addressing pfhrp2/3 gene deletions, the need for urban malaria strategies, updates on severe malaria management, and the evaluation of insecticide-treated nets. The meeting also highlighted the importance of digital solutions for malaria elimination and capacity building in health systems. The report serves as an advisory document for WHO's Global Malaria Programme and is intended for health professionals and policymakers.
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This report documents the outcomes of the World Health Organization's (WHO) informal consultation on a framework for scabies control, held in Manila, Philippines, in February 2019. It outlines strategies for mapping, surveillance, and control of scabies, particularly in regions with limited healthcare access. The report emphasizes the importance of mass drug administration (MDA) thresholds, control strategies, and community engagement. It also addresses research priorities, including the development of rapid mapping strategies and integration of scabies control into broader public health initiatives. The intended audience includes public health officials, researchers, and policymakers involved in managing neglected tropical diseases.
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The 'Global Technical Strategy for Malaria 2016–2030, 2021 Update' is a World Health Organization publication that outlines updated strategies for combating malaria globally. The document provides a comprehensive framework with the goal of reducing malaria cases and deaths, aiming for eventual elimination of the disease. The strategy is organized around three main pillars: ensuring access to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment; accelerating efforts towards elimination; and transforming malaria surveillance into a crucial intervention. It emphasizes the need for universal health coverage and harnessing innovation to support malaria control efforts. The intended audience includes policymakers, health professionals, and organizations involved in malaria prevention and control.
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The 'Measles Outbreak Guide' by the World Health Organization is a comprehensive manual designed for public health officials and healthcare workers involved in the management of measles outbreaks. It provides detailed protocols and strategies for outbreak preparedness, detection, investigation, and response, emphasizing the importance of coordination, surveillance, risk communication, and community engagement. The guide also covers clinical case management and infection prevention, offering tools for assessing and improving immunization systems. Intended for professionals in public health and epidemiology, the guide aims to support measles elimination efforts worldwide through standardized procedures and best practices.
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This document from the World Health Organization (WHO) provides technical guidance for countries preparing malaria funding requests to the Global Fund for the period 2020-2022. It emphasizes the need for strategic utilization of current tools and resources to combat malaria, highlighting the stalled progress in reducing malaria morbidity and mortality rates. The publication outlines key strategies, including clear evidence-based guidelines, strategic use of local data, and coordinated national responses to enhance the global fight against malaria. It aims to support national malaria control programs in crafting context-specific funding proposals and facilitates their evaluation by the Global Fund's technical review groups. The document also underscores the importance of investing in data collection and capacity building at the country level to optimize resource allocation and strategy implementation.
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This document is a position statement from the World Health Organization (WHO) on the evaluation and use of genetically modified mosquitoes to combat vector-borne diseases. It highlights the significant burden these diseases impose globally, with over 700,000 deaths annually. The WHO emphasizes the urgent need for innovative tools to control diseases like malaria, dengue, and Zika virus, supporting research on genetically modified mosquitoes as a complementary or alternative strategy. The document addresses ethical, safety, and governance concerns, advocating for gradual, well-governed research and community engagement. It aims to guide member states in decision-making and promote sustainable public health interventions.
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The World Malaria Report 2023, published by the World Health Organization, provides a comprehensive overview of the global burden of malaria, examining trends in malaria cases and deaths across different regions from 2000 to 2022. It highlights key events and strategic developments in malaria control, including the rollout of malaria vaccines and the organization's updated positions on vector control and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The report also discusses the progress towards malaria elimination, the challenges posed by biological threats such as drug resistance, and the effects of climate change on malaria transmission. It underscores the importance of investments in research and development, as well as the distribution and coverage of malaria prevention, diagnosis, and treatment methods. The report is intended for public health officials, policymakers, and researchers involved in malaria control and prevention efforts.
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