'In Nigeria, malaria remains a significant public health challenge with an estimated 97 million cases and 300,000 deaths annually. Although progress has been made in reducing the burden of this disease, much work still needs to be done to eliminate it.'
Every year on April 25, countries and organisations all around the globe celebrate World Malaria Day with the World Health Organisation choosing a theme for each year’s event. This year’s theme is “Time to deliver zero malaria: invest, innovate, implement,” with a particular focus on the implementation of strategies to reach marginalised communities.
In Nigeria, malaria remains a significant public health challenge with an estimated 97 million cases and 300,000 deaths annually. Although progress has been made in reducing the burden of this disease, much work still needs to be done to eliminate it.
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