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When was the first malaria vaccine recommended by the World Health Organization?
Quick Answer
WHO first recommended a malaria vaccine in 2021. The vaccine was RTS,S, also known as Mosquirix.
The Full Story
In 2021, the World Health Organization recommended the RTS,S malaria vaccine for children in areas with moderate to high malaria transmission. This was the first time WHO endorsed a malaria vaccine for broad public-health use. Malaria remains one of the world's deadliest infectious diseases, especially for young children in sub-Saharan Africa. The recommendation was a landmark after decades of research into a parasite that has been very difficult to vaccinate against.
Key Facts
1.2021: WHO recommendation for RTS,S
2.Also called Mosquirix
3.Targeted at children in high-transmission areas
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