Health Check   /     Expanding the anti-malaria toolkit

Description

Researchers have trailed a revolutionary malaria vaccine that uses the entire malaria parasite and is delivered via the bite of a mosquito, offering a novel way to boost immunity. The next step involves developing an injectable version for broader use. Also on the program: a mystery illness in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Kwango Province; doctors in Brazil raise concerns over dengue spreading through contaminated blood transfusions; and an innovative temporary tattoo that can measure brain activity through hair.Presenter: Claudia Hammond Producer: Katie Tomsett and Jack Lee

Subtitle
Scientists trial a malaria vaccine delivered by mosquito bites, showing promising results
Duration
1588
Publishing date
2024-12-11 21:00
Link
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct5t9n
Contributors
  BBC World Service
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Enclosures
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