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China Declared Malaria-Free After 70-Year Battle

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 30 June 2021.

On June 30, 2021, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared China malaria-free, marking the end of a 70-year battle against the mosquito-borne disease.

This significant achievement comes after decades of concerted efforts by the Chinese government and health authorities to control and eliminate malaria.

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