New Malaria Drug Available in Eight African Countries Promises Breakthrough for Infants; Liberia May Wait Years

Summary: ·  Health experts are urging swift regulatory approval for “Coartem Baby”, a groundbreaking new malaria drug for infants under six months, warning delays could cost lives. ·  Liberia continues to battle one of Africa’s highest malaria burdens, with nearly one million cases and an estimated 3,500 deaths in 2023 — most among children under…