World Malaria Day: WHO advocates increased investment to eradicate disease in Africa
In 2020, there were estimated 241 million new cases of malaria and 627,000 malaria-related deaths in 85 countries.
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In 2020, there were estimated 241 million new cases of malaria and 627,000 malaria-related deaths in 85 countries.
WHO estimates that the vaccine could save the lives of an additional 40,000 to 80,000 African children each year.
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Malaria has remained a public health challenge.