Study reveals forest birds transmitting avian malaria among themselves
Hawaii’s forest birds are facing a growing threat from avian malaria, a new study in Nature Communications reveals. Almost all bird species in the state are now spreading this disease, which highlights the challenges of managing wildlife in this popular tourist destination. The research, conducted by scientists from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and […]
Individual in NJ contracts malaria without leaving the U.S.
New Jersey Reports First Local Malaria Case in Over 30 Years New Jersey might have seen its first malaria case in more than three decades, and interestingly, it appears to have originated from local mosquitoes rather than travelers from tropical regions, according to state officials. The affected individuals reside in Morris County, as noted by […]
Investigation underway for malaria case in New Jersey resident with no recent travel history
Health officials in New Jersey are looking into what may be the first locally acquired case of malaria in the state in over three decades. The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) and the Environmental Protection Department (NJDEP) announced on Monday that they are investigating malaria cases found in residents of Morris County, who haven’t […]
World’s second malaria vaccine launched in Ivory Coast, latest milestone in fight against the disease
Ivory Coast on Monday launched a routine malaria vaccination programme using the world’s second vaccine developed to prevent malaria. About 15 African countries are set to introduce one of the two currently available malaria vaccines this year. The introduction of a second vaccine marks a major milestone in the global fight against malaria, but demand […]