A major analysis of 25 studies across Africa and Asia finds that insecticide-treated nets cut malaria cases by up to 68%—but highlights challenges that threaten to undermine their long-term impact.
The fight against malaria is a test of human intelligence against mosquitoes — and so far, our minuscule winged enemy is winning. But new results shared this week show substantial improvements in one ...
By Daniel Agbesi LatsuKadjebi (O/R), July 04, GNA – A total of 4,039 learners from 76 Basic Schools in the Kadjebi District ...
The northern region of Nigeria is like a house without mosquito nets in a forest. All sorts of insects gain access easily. When the insecticides (military operations) are sprayed, they kill the ...
Mosquito nets are low-cost weapons in the war on malaria, but the biting bugs have become resistant to the insecticides used on these nets. Researchers have now created a chemical arsenal that doesn’t ...
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War and Mosquito Nets

Mosquito nets are a constant feature in sub-Saharan Africa. It is used to prevent mosquitoes from gaining access to homes. Homes without the nets rely on insecticides to address the menace. However, ...