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The President’s Malaria Initiative and Other U.S. Government Global Malaria Efforts

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The President’s Malaria Initiative and Other U.S. Government Global Malaria Efforts Editorial Note: Originally published in June 2009, this resource is updated as needed to reflect the latest developments. Key Facts - About half of the world’s population is at risk of being infected with malaria. In 2024, there were an estimated 282 million cases of malaria and 610,000 deaths from malaria worldwid...
The narrative presents a strong case for the critical role of U.S. leadership in global malaria control, highlighting historical contributions, funding, and the impact of programs like PMI. It acknowledges recent advancements, such as the rollout of malaria vaccines and new prevention tools, while also underscoring the challenges posed by drug resistance, climate change, and weak health systems. The article is transparent about the disruptions caused by the second Trump administration’s policies...