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Seasonal vaccination against malaria: a potential use for an imperfect malaria vaccine

Malaria Journal, 2017
In many parts of the African Sahel and sub-Sahel, where malaria remains a major cause of mortality and morbidity, transmission of the infection is highly seasonal.
Brian Greenwood, Alassane Dicko, Issaka Sagara, Issaka Zongo, Halidou Tinto, Matthew Cairns, Irene Kuepfer, Paul Milligan, Jean-Bosco Ouedraogo, Ogobara Doumbo, Daniel Chandramohan   +10 more
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A Cross‐Sectional Study Shows Emergence of the Delta, 19B, 20A, 20B, 19A, and Omicron Variants of SARS‐CoV‐2 in Burkina Faso: A Conundrum Within a Conundrum

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 4, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Context and Objective SARS‐CoV‐2 is an RNA virus that emerged in Wuhan, China. Adaptive mutations in its genome can influence the virus's pathogenicity, enhance its ability to evade the host immune system, and complicate vaccine development. This study aimed to identify the circulating SARS‐CoV‐2 variants in Burkina Faso and trace their origin.
Tatiana Doriane Lallogo, Lassina Traore, Ezeckiel B. TIBIRI, P. Abel Sorgho, Prosper Bado, T. Edwige Yelemkoure, Pakyendou E. Name, Valérie J. T. E. Bazie, Fidèle Tiendrebeogo, H. Karim Sombie, Abdoul Karim Ouattara, Serge Théophile Soubeiga, Abdou Azaque Zoure, Albert Théophane Yonli, Brice Bicaba, Rakissida Alfred Ouedraogo, Théodora Mahoukèdè Zohoncon, Florencia Wendkuuni Djigma, Assita LAMIEN/SANOU, Olga M. Lompo, Jacques Simpore   +20 more
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Malaria chemoprophylaxis and the serologic response to measles and diphtheria-tetanus-whole-cell pertussis vaccines

Malaria Journal, 2005
Background Acute malaria has been associated with a decreased antibody response to tetanus and diphtheria toxoids, meningococcal, salmonella, and Hib vaccines.
Saliou Pierre, Lobel Hans O, Collins William E, Meade Bruce D, Manclark Charles R, Breman Joel G, Rosen Jennifer B, Roberts Jacquelin M, Campaoré Pierre, Miller Mark A   +9 more
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A new landscape of host–protozoa interactions involving the extracellular vesicles world [PDF]

, 2018
This version is free to view and download for private research and study only. Not for re-distribution, re-sale or use in derivative works. © Cambridge University Press 2018Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are released by a wide number of cells including ...
Bruno Gavinho, Combes, Dlugonska, Hart, Ingrid Evans-Osses, Izadora Volpato Rossi, Jameel Inal, Kho, Lechartier, Marcel I. Ramirez, Nten, Zingales   +11 more
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Unveiling the Dengue Knowledge Gap and Symptom Awareness Among Students of Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Sylhet: A Cross‐Sectional Study

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 4, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aims Dengue, a significant global public health concern, effectively managing the spread of dengue requires a comprehensive understanding of the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of the general community toward dengue prevention.
Md. Fakrul Islam, Md. Efty Islam Arpon, Md. Nazmul Alam, Md. Abu Tawab Hridoy, Fahmida Afroze, Md. Mazharul Islam, Md. Azizul Baten   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Mass campaigns combining antimalarial drugs and anti-infective vaccines as seasonal interventions for malaria control, elimination and prevention of resurgence: a modelling study

BMC Infectious Diseases, 2019
Background The only licensed malaria vaccine, RTS,S/AS01, has been developed for morbidity-control in young children. The potential impact on transmission of deploying such anti-infective vaccines to wider age ranges, possibly with co-administration of ...
Flavia Camponovo, Chris F. Ockenhouse, Cynthia Lee, Melissa A. Penny   +3 more
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Inventory Management Performance for Lifesaving Maternal and Child Health Medicines in Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia: A Facility‐Based Cross‐Sectional Mixed Method Study

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 4, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aims Maternal mortality is a major public health issue in Ethiopia, with 412 deaths per 100,000 live births. Pregnancy‐related causes make up 25% of female deaths, highlighting the crisis's seriousness. Improving inventory management could enhance health system performance.
Ayalew Sirbemo Degebo, Gizachew Tilahun
wiley   +1 more source

Costing the supply chain for delivery of ACT and RDTs in the public sector in Benin and Kenya [PDF]

, 2015
Studies have shown that supply chain costs are a significant proportion of total programme costs. Nevertheless, the costs of delivering specific products are poorly understood and ballpark estimates are often used to inadequately plan for the budgetary ...
Anupindi, Ravi, de Savigny, Don, Doumbia, Seydou, Johnson, Brittany, Shretta, Rima, Smith, Lisa, Yadav, Prashant   +6 more
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Africa's Struggle to Meet Global Pandemic Influenza Immunization Targets: Lessons for Public Health Policy and Preparedness—A Focus on Ghana

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 4, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Influenza remains a significant yet under‐prioritized public health challenge in Africa, where unique hurdles such as limited surveillance, variable seasonal patterns, and under‐resourced health systems constrain effective prevention and control. This commentary provides a detailed analysis of the influenza landscape, with a focused
Yula Salifu, Joseph Lasong, Ireneous Nangbeviel Dasoberi   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Eradicating Malaria in Africa

Baghdad Journal of Biochemistry and Applied Biological Sciences
Background: According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), malaria remains a leading burden of illness in low- and middle-income countries accounting for 94% of cases and 95% of deaths in 2022.
Stephen O. Oyejide, Abisoye B. Ajose, Omoladun S. Ogunbayo, John O. Openibo, Opeoluwa O. Shodipe, Florence T. Onifade   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source