WHO Approves First Malaria Drug for Babies
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- Category: Health
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-24 19:30 UTC
- Sources: Deutsche Welle
The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the first malaria drug for babies under five years old. The new treatment offers hope in reducing malaria deaths among this vulnerable age group. Reuters reports that children under five account for more than two-thirds of all malaria-related fatalities.
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