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Malaria and pregnancy: the implementation of interventions
1WHO Regional Office for Africa, Harare, Zimbabwe. robba@whoafr.org
Annals of Tropical Medicine and Parasitology
|March 15, 2000
Summary
Effective malaria control during pregnancy requires careful consideration of intervention efficacy, safety, cost, and integration into healthcare systems. Successful implementation hinges on policy, regulation, resource mobilization, and community engagement for better public health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Tropical Medicine
- Malariology
Background:
- Malaria in pregnancy is a significant public health challenge.
- Effective control strategies are crucial for maternal and infant health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline key factors influencing the choice and implementation of malaria control interventions during pregnancy.
- To emphasize the need for integrated healthcare approaches.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of factors affecting intervention selection.
- Analysis of implementation requirements for successful malaria control programs.
Main Results:
- Intervention choice depends on efficacy, acceptability, cost, safety, and integration.
- Successful implementation requires policy, regulation, resource mobilization, and awareness.
Conclusions:
- Malaria in pregnancy demands priority control measures.
- Improved integration into healthcare practices is essential for enhanced disease control.