Wire›2026 05 02›First Malaria Drug For Babies Is Approved In Major Public Health Milestone

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First malaria drug for babies is approved in ‘major public health milestone’

<p>WHO prequalification of Coartem Baby means newborns can be safely treated rather than using medication for older children</p><p>The first malaria treatment for babies has been approved by the World Health Organization, opening the door to widespread use around the globe.</p><p

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First malaria drug for babies is approved in ‘major public health milestone’<p>WHO prequalification of Coartem Baby means newborns can be safely treated rather than using medication for older children</p><p>The first malaria treatment for babies has been approved by the World Health Organization, opening the door to widespread use around the globe.</p><p
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