The Morning Call
Malaria remains a big challenge in Africa. According to the World Health Organisation, the continent carries a disproportionately high share of the global malaria burden. In 2017, Africa was home to 92% of malaria cases and 93% of malaria deaths.
On this edition of Sci-Tech, presenter Serge Koffi reveals how scientists are using sniffer dogs to diagnose malaria, and with astonishing results.
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Museum curator detained at Turkish airport for smuggling spider and scorpion samples
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Africa: New study suggests climate change could mean declining malaria risk
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Malaria: The plight of residents of low-income neighbourhoods
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Cote d’Ivoire health workers bike to combat malaria in villages
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Kenya: Local anti malaria drug production signals progress