A study in Uganda shows that soaking traditional baby wraps in a low-cost insecticide reduces malaria infections in infants by two-thirds. This simple method protects children during the day when mosquitoes are active. Health officials are now looking to scale this affordable tool across other regions.
(c) Kai Liis-Lepik
(c) Kai Liis-Lepik

Les tissus imprégnés réduisent le paludisme de 66 % chez les bébés

THE GUARDIAN

Une étude en Ouganda démontre que tremper les porte-bébés traditionnels dans un insecticide bon marché réduit les infections de paludisme de deux tiers. Cette méthode simple protège les nourrissons durant la journée. Les autorités sanitaires envisagent de déployer cet outil efficace à grande échelle.

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