World Malaria Day
25 April
World Malaria Day, observed annually on April 25th, is a global initiative to raise awareness and mobilize action to combat malaria, a leading cause of preventable illness and death, and was established by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2007.
Key Facts about World Malaria Day:
- Date: April 25th.
- Purpose: To highlight the need for continued investment and sustained political commitment to malaria prevention and control.
- Origin: Established by WHO Member States during the 2007 World Health Assembly.
- Global Effort: World Malaria Day is a global initiative that brings together international agencies, research institutions, and health organizations to discuss progress and communicate information about malaria.
- Themes: Each year, World Malaria Day has a specific theme to focus on, such as “Accelerating the fight against malaria for a more equitable world” in 2024.
- Current Focus: The current focus is on accelerating the fight against malaria for a more equitable world, emphasizing the need to reach marginalized populations with the tools and strategies that are available today.
- Events: Organizations like the Johns Hopkins Malaria Research Institute host symposia and events to raise awareness and share research on World Malaria Day.
- Malaria Awareness Month: In some countries, like the Philippines, November is declared as Malaria Awareness Month.
