World Malaria Day 2023: Time to Deliver Zero Malaria
Strong surveillance is the cornerstone of malaria programme planning
It helps countries identify gaps in coverage of prevention and treatment interventions, and to target resources to the areas and populations most at risk. Surveillance data also provides early warning of outbreaks, allowing for a rapid response to contain and prevent further spread.
Key Messages for World Malaria Day 2023
- Malaria is an enemy that knows no borders, and its defeat requires solidarity and collaboration.
- Strong surveillance is the cornerstone of malaria programme planning and response.
- Investing in malaria control and elimination is an investment in the health and prosperity of communities around the world.
- Everyone has a role to play in ending malaria.
Quotes from World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
"Malaria is a preventable and treatable disease. We have the tools to end it, but we need to work together to ensure that everyone has access to the interventions they need."
"On World Malaria Day, let us recommit ourselves to the goal of a malaria-free world. By investing in malaria control and elimination, we can create a healthier and more prosperous future for all."
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