In this documentary video from the New England Journal of Medicine, physicians and scientists from across the world, including Professor Flaminia Catterrucia of Harvard Chan, discuss the epidemiology of malaria and outline key strategies for the prevention and treatment of the disease. The narrative takes a deep dive into the prevention of the disease, including strategies to control mosquito vectors, new vaccines, and monoclonal antibodies. The video anticipates the challenges of eliminating malaria, given the emergence of drug-resistant strains, and looks to promising new therapies.

For further reading, the following articles, referenced in this video, are available at the Journal’s website: A Malaria Vaccine for Africa — An Important Step in a Century-Long Quest, in the March 17, 2022, issue; Safety and Efficacy of a Monoclonal Antibody against Malaria in Mali in the November 17, 2022, issue; and Low-Dose Subcutaneous or Intravenous Monoclonal Antibody to Prevent Malaria, in the November 17, 2022, issue.

This video includes footage and photos provided by the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria; MMV Medicines for Malaria Venture; Caz Tanner; Suphak Nosten for Shoklo Malaria Research Unit; and Saw HTEE K Paung for Shoklo Malaria Research Unit.