In this session on Malaria, watch experts Prof. Susanta K. Ghosh, Prof. Olugbenga Ayodeji Mokuolu, and Dr. Ayongo Annan discuss the measures and advances in malaria treatment, research and elimination.
Prof. Ghosh explains the lifecycle of the malaria parasite and anti-malarial therapies. He speaks on the Global Strategy for malaria (3 P's), challenges and various methodologies to eradicate malaria. Additionally, he also discusses about certain methods of eliminating malaria.
Prof. Mokuolu, another expert, speaks on malaria control, the intricate relationship between malaria and anaemia, and the role of Artemisinin-based Combination Therapies (ACTs).
Dr. Ayongo, covers management of malaria in pregnancy, and various aspects like classification of malaria, diagnosis in vulnerable groups, and complications that may arise in pregnant women, affecting both mother and child. She also covers WHO recommended prevention and treatment strategies for malaria.