Malaria Top Stories
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Oxford, Serum Institute Of India Join Forces For Next-Generation Malaria Vaccine
Apr 29, 2026 05:00 ISTOxford and Serum Institute of India have partnered to develop the R78C malaria vaccine. Experts say this next-generation shot could improve protection by targeting multiple stages of the parasite lifecycle. -
World Malaria Day 2026: Prevention And Treatment Of Malaria During Pregnancy
Apr 26, 2026 05:38 ISTMalaria in pregnancy can seriously harm both the mother and the unborn baby, especially if the infection is not treated early. -
Gujarat Records Massive 92% Drop In Malaria Cases Over Last Decade
Apr 26, 2026 12:10 ISTGandhinagar, April 25 (IANS) Gujarat has recorded a decline of around 92 per cent in malaria cases over the past 10 years, the state Health Department said on Saturday, highlighting sustained surveillance and prevention efforts as World Malaria Day w -
WHO Approves First-Ever Malaria Treatment Specially Designed for Infants
Apr 25, 2026 11:54 ISTThe World Health Organization announced Friday that it had given prequalification approval to a malaria treatment for newborns and infants... -
World Malaria Day 2026: Doctor Explains Why Some People Get Bitten By Mosquitoes More
Apr 25, 2026 11:34 ISTThis World Malaria Day, let us learn about the science explaining this uneven mosquito attraction and why it matters, particularly in terms of the risk of malaria. -
World Malaria Day: Doctor Explains The Difference Between Normal Fever And Malaria Fever
Apr 25, 2026 09:51 ISTMalaria fever has its own distinct causes and symptoms. It is caused by the Plasmodium parasite transmitted through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito. -
What Is Cerebral Malaria? Everything You Need To Know
Apr 24, 2026 07:50 ISTWhile malaria typically causes fever, chills, sweating, and body aches, cerebral malaria involves the central nervous system. This makes it far more serious and rapidly progressive. -
How Vaccinations Play A Crucial Role In Malaria Prevention
Apr 24, 2026 06:06 ISTVaccinations play a crucial role in malaria prevention. Dr Neha Rastogi explains how vaccinations play a role in preventing the high disease burden of malaria. -
Did You Know Genetically Altered Mosquitoes Can Help Fight Malaria? Here's How
Apr 23, 2026 01:26 ISTScientists are exploring genetically modified mosquitoes to reduce malaria transmission by altering mosquito populations at the genetic level. -
Do Mosquitoes Bite More If You Drink Alcohol? Here's What Science Says
Apr 22, 2026 08:06 ISTMosquitoes are highly sensitive to the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) produced when these bacteria break down sweat and metabolic byproducts. Not everyone gets bitten equally. -
Dengue vs Malaria: Ludhiana Reports Both, Do You Know Which Symptoms To Watch Out For?
Apr 10, 2026 02:44 ISTDengue and malaria cases have been recorded in Ludhiana. Here is how each of these vector-borne diseases exhibits symptoms and why you need to know them to seek timely medical treatment. -
Johns Hopkins Expert Warns Of Rising Malaria Threat Despite Vaccinations
Apr 9, 2026 03:23 ISTAccording to WHO data, there were 282 million cases of malaria in 2024, an increase of about 9 million cases (3%) compared with 2023. -
Mosquito Myths That Need To Buzz Off: What Really Spreads Dengue And Malaria
Dec 6, 2025 12:31 ISTMany myths about mosquitoes persist. Some hold a grain of truth, others are outdated or plain wrong. -
Malaria Claimed Over 6 Lakh Lives In 2024, Drug Resistance A Major Threat: WHO Annual Report
Dec 4, 2025 04:21 ISTMalaria infected an estimated 282 million people and claimed 6,10,000 lives worldwide in 2024, according to the World Health Organizations (WHO) annual World Malaria Report on Thursday, which highlighted drug resistance as a -
Do Dengue And Malaria Rise In Winter? Delhi NCR Trends, Causes And Prevention
Nov 25, 2025 02:21 ISTDengue and malaria normally peak after monsoon, but Delhi-NCR data show continued cases into late autumn and early winter some years. -
World Mosquito Day 2025: Diseases Beyond Malaria Indians Must Watch Out For
Aug 20, 2025 01:44 ISTMosquitoes spread far more than malaria. In India, dengue, chikungunya, Japanese encephalitis, lymphatic filariasis, Zika and West Nile virus also cause illness and economic loss. -
Malaria Cases On Rise In Delhi: Expert Shares Tips To Stay Safe This Monsoon
Aug 5, 2025 11:58 ISTMalaria is a life-threatening disease caused by parasites. It is transmitted to humans through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. According to MCD data, a total of 124 malaria cases have been reported in Delhi so far. -
World Malaria Day 2025: Keep These Tips In Mind To Stay Safe
Apr 25, 2025 01:05 ISTWorld Malaria Day 2025: Alongside treatment, preventive tips are crucial in protecting individuals from this life-threatening illness. Keep reading as we share some tips. -
World Malaria Day 2025: Tips For Quick Recovery
Apr 25, 2025 12:52 ISTThe theme for World Malaria Day 2025 is Malaria Ends With Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite. This year's theme aims to re-energize efforts at all levels, from global policy to community action, to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination. -
Watch Out For These Malaria Triggers This Summer To Reduce Risk
Apr 15, 2025 05:24 ISTHere are nine key triggers to watch out for in summer that can elevate the chances of contracting malaria. -
World Malaria Day 2024: Understanding The Consequences of Malaria During Pregnancy
Apr 25, 2024 10:43 ISTWorld Malaria Day is recognised globally on April 25th to spread awareness about this mosquito-borne disease. -
World Malaria Day: 5 Effective Home Remedies To Manage Malaria Symptoms
Apr 25, 2023 12:02 ISTMalaria can be prevented by avoiding mosquito bites by using mosquito repellents and nets. It can be treated through medications; however, many home remedies can help cure malaria. -
Countries In WHO South-East Asia Region Renew Commitment To Eliminate Malaria By 2030
May 6, 2022 02:14 ISTAt the seminar, ministers of health and WHO endorsed a Statement on Renewed Commitment for Malaria Elimination. The renewed commitment calls for greater efforts to get back on track, with ownership and governance of actions towards elimination. -
Anti-Malaria Month: Here's What You Should Do To Prevent Malaria
Jun 27, 2021 09:31 ISTThe month of June is observed as anti-malaria month. Here are some precautions that can help you prevent malaria this monsoon. -
Soups Can Save You From Malaria, Says Study; Know Other Diet Tips To Fight Malaria
Nov 20, 2019 06:51 ISTMalaria usually shows symptoms like fever, chills, vomiting, headache muscle pain and fatigue. Mosquito bites should be prevented to control the risk of malaria. To fight against malaria, homemade soups might help as researchers have found that some of the soup recipes have anti-malarial properties. -
World Malaria Day: Here's How Eating Habits Can Help Manage Malaria Better: All About Malaria And Preventive Tips
Apr 24, 2019 10:03 ISTWorld Malaria Day 2019: People suffering from malaria can regulate the condition by a bringing a change in their eating habits. Here's everything you need to know about malaria and tips for prevention. -
Malaria Cases Declined By 24% In India: WHO Report
Nov 20, 2018 03:51 ISTThe World Health Organisation (WHO) in a report stated that India is the only country to have recorded a substantial decline in malaria cases in 2017 out of the 11 highest burden countries worldwide. -
Dengue Cases Hit 9,169-Mark Even As The Season Of Vector-Borne Diseases Are Coming To An End
Dec 12, 2017 01:16 ISTWith 96 more cases of dengue reported last week, dengue has crossed the 9,169 mark this year. -
Only 8 Of 100 Malaria Cases Detected In India: WHO
Nov 29, 2017 04:22 ISTIndia was the third on the list of 15 countries which accounted for 80 per cent of all malaria cases in the world in 2016, the WHO's World Malaria Report 2017 said. -
This Portable Device Can Detect Malaria Within Seconds
Oct 23, 2017 05:29 ISTTwo institutes in Kolkata develop portable device which can detect malaria within seconds at a cost of just Rs. 10. -
894 New Dengue Cases Reported In Delhi Last Week: Tips To Prevent Dengue
Sep 26, 2017 11:15 IST894 new dengue cases reported in Delhi last week. This takes the number to 3109 cases till now. As for malaria and chikungunya, the numbers were 85 and 61 last week.Here are a few tips to prevent dengue. -
Flood Borne Diseases: Symptoms To Watch Out For
Aug 31, 2017 10:23 ISTFlood water causes two main types of diseases namely food and water-borne diseases such as cholera, dysentery and leptospirosis, and insect-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, Japanese encephalitis and yellow fever. Watch out for the symptoms. -
Malaria Mosquito Bites At Night Can Be Prevented
Aug 28, 2017 03:04 ISTAccording to this new research the Malaria spreading mosquitoes can be suppressed from biting and also be manipulated to switch their flight behavior, with just 10 minutes of exposure to white light. -
This Drug Can Save You From Malaria This Monsoon
Aug 23, 2017 12:00 ISTA study conducted by scientists from Duke University in the US have discovered that Statins, a gene variant which affects cholestrol levels and reduces the risk of a heart attack or stroke may also provide protection against many other infectious diseases like typhoid fever and malaria. -
5 Common Travel Diseases You Can Save Yourself From
Aug 10, 2017 03:29 ISTYou become good targets for bugs and bacteria when you travel. Planning to travel over the long weekend? Know the 5 travel diseases you can avoid in your next vacation. -
Malaria Cases Double In The Capital, 177 Reported Till Now
Jul 13, 2017 12:44 ISTReported Malaria cases in the capital have doubled as compared to last year's data. 177 have been reported till now. -
Beware: Malaria and Chikungunya Grip Delhi Yet Again
Jul 11, 2017 01:49 ISTWhile data from the MCD does not make clear the entire story about the spread of dengue, malaria, chikungunya, there is a serious reason to worry. -
Mosquito Menace: New Species Of Deadly Mosquitoes Enters Delhi
Jun 28, 2017 11:46 ISTWith the entry of a new mosquito breed in the city, yet another life-taking parasite threatens the lives of people of Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. -
World Malaria Day 2011 - achieving progress and impact
Apr 25, 2011 11:55 ISTThe day is commemorated every year on April 25 to create awareness about an ancient disease. -
No birth defect risk seen with malaria drug
Mar 3, 2011 11:56 ISTPregnant women who take the anti-malarial drug Malarone (known generically as atovaquone-proguanil) during their first trimester might not be increasing their baby's risk of birth defects.
