While some scientists are working to develop malaria vaccines with higher efficacy, others are keeping busy with more low-tech solutions to prevent the spread of this deadly disease. One of the latest of such solutions comes from scientists at Durham University who discovered … [Read more...] about Redesigning houses in sub-Saharan Africa can reduce malaria infections
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Crystallized insecticide is 12 times better at fighting malaria mosquitos
One of the main challenges to curbing the number of malaria-infected cases each year is the ability of the mosquitos that carry the disease to develop resistance to insecticides. Thankfully, researchers and public health officials are incessantly seeking alternatives with new … [Read more...] about Crystallized insecticide is 12 times better at fighting malaria mosquitos
These easy-to-grow plants will help repel mosquitos from your garden
No one wants to be pestered by mosquitos while sitting in their garden. At the same time, almost everyone loves to be surrounded by lush plants. Fortunately, there are low-maintenance plants you can put in your garden that will both spruce up your garden and keep mosquitos at … [Read more...] about These easy-to-grow plants will help repel mosquitos from your garden
Researchers discover microbe that completely stops malaria
A team of researchers in Kenya and the UK say they have discovered a microbe that completely protects mosquitoes from being infected with malaria. The researchers say the finding has "enormous potential" to control the disease. After all, malaria is spread by the bite of infected … [Read more...] about Researchers discover microbe that completely stops malaria
Coconut oil is better than the common repellent at keeping mosquitos away
Researchers have found another benefit of coconut oil: the oil performs better at protecting against malaria-carrying mosquitos than the active chemical ingredient in most insect repellents. Not only is the oil healthier, but it can also provide protection for up to two weeks … [Read more...] about Coconut oil is better than the common repellent at keeping mosquitos away