WASHINGTON—Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) certified Suriname as malaria-free, making it the first country in the Amazonian region in South America to eliminate malaria. Now, a total of 46 countries and one territory around the world have received malaria-free certifications. “Today, we celebrate Suriname’s historic achievement. Through the efforts of governments, frontline health workers, … Continued
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Stay updated with our campaign by subscribing to The Monthly. Protect Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance The Administration announced its formal decision to end funding for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, which provides access to lifesaving immunizations for children around the world. The U.S. has historically been a strong supporter of Gavi on a bipartisan basis, helping … Continued
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WASHINGTON—The United to Beat Malaria campaign issued the following statement in response to comments indicating a withdrawal of U.S. support for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance at the Health and Prosperity through Immunisation Summit in Brussels: “United to Beat Malaria calls on the Administration to reconsider its decision to cease funding for Gavi, a highly effective, … Continued
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On May 30, the White House released the Trump Administration’s detailed budget request for FY26. While the State Department’s Congressional Budget Justification proposes a 62% overall cut to global health programs, it specifically prioritizes funding for global health security efforts to prevent infectious diseases, including polio eradication programs and the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI). For … Continued
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Stay updated with our campaign by subscribing to The Monthly. Malaria Champions Honor World Malaria Day and Call for Continued U.S. Investment in the Malaria Fight On Capitol Hill, United to Beat Malaria and Malaria Roundtable partners brought together lawmakers, global health leaders, and advocates for a World Malaria Day reception. Sen. Coons (D-DE), former … Continued
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In honor of the 19th anniversary of the Nothing But Nets article, we are excited to announce Maya Monroe as the winner of the third annual Rick Reilly Award. The Rick Reilly Award is given each year to a United to Beat Malaria supporter who has helped raise awareness and support for the fight against malaria through … Continued
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Sen. Coons (D-DE), former Reps. Royce (R-CA) and Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), and leaders highlight progress against malaria, need for strong, committed investments WASHINGTON—Last night on Capitol Hill, United to Beat Malaria and Malaria Roundtable partners brought together lawmakers, global health leaders, and advocates for a World Malaria Day reception. Speakers underscored the United States’ track record … Continued
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WASHINGTON—United to Beat Malaria Executive Director Margaret McDonnell issued the following statement on World Malaria Day: This World Malaria Day reminds us that, while the world has made enormous progress against this disease in recent decades, this progress cannot be taken for granted and continued U.S. investment and partnership with endemic countries is critical to … Continued
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Aptive Environmental and United to Beat Malaria’s eight-year partnership protects young kids from malaria Today is World Malaria Day, an annual observance highlighting the successes reached to end malaria and continued innovation needed to accelerate progress. Our collaboration with award-winning pest control expert Aptive Environmental is just one example of how partnerships can help protect … Continued
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April 25th is World Malaria Day, a day that recognizes global efforts to control malaria. In the past 25 years, 45 countries and 1 territory have eliminated malaria. Global malaria programs have averted 2.2 billion malaria cases and prevented 12.7 million malaria deaths. But we are at a crossroads. Although malaria deaths have declined steadily … Continued
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