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Malaria Program

 MALARIA PROGRAM

Controlling and Eliminating Malaria for a Healthier Population.

 What is the Malaria Program?

The Malaria Control Program focuses on controlling and eventually eliminating Malaria in the community. Its strategy aligns with Key Result Area 4 of the NHP 2021-2030 ‘Addressing Disease Burden and Targeted Health Priorities’. Primary targeted beneficiaries include children under 5 years of age, pregnant mothers, and other vulnerable populations at risk of malaria infection. The program’s strategy focuses on key areas: vector control, early and accurate diagnosis using rapid diagnostic test kits, prompt and effective treatment, surveillance, and community engagement, all aimed at reducing malaria incidence and achieving elimination.

Key Benefits

  • Protecting Vulnerable Populations: Significantly reduces malaria risk for children under 5 and pregnant women, who are most vulnerable.
  • Reducing Illness and Death: Aims to decrease morbidity and mortality caused by malaria, a major public health challenge.
  • Improving Community Health: Contributes to overall public health by controlling and working towards eliminating a preventable disease.
  • Enabling Early Intervention: Provides prompt diagnosis and treatment to prevent severe outcomes and complications.
  • Supporting National Health Goals: Works towards the objectives outlined in the National Health Plan to reduce the burden of disease.

Services Offered

  • Diagnosis and Treatment:Providing early and accurate diagnosis using rapid diagnostic tests and supporting prompt treatment with first and second-line drugs available at clinics.
  • Testing and Treatment for Dengue Fever: Dengue fever is also being tested and treated at the relevant clinics.
  • Vector Control and Prevention:Distributing long-lasting insecticidal mosquito nets, particularly to malaria positive clients and antenatal mothers, to reduce transmission.
  • Surveillance:Monitoring malaria cases and trends to inform program activities and identify outbreak areas.
  • Community Engagement and Awareness:Conducting awareness campaigns, school surveys, and outreach activities in communities, schools, and business houses to educate the public on prevention and treatment.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly assessing program activities and outcomes to ensure effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

How to Access Services

Visit Your Nearest Health Centre or Clinic: Malaria diagnosis and treatment services are available at participating health facilities. Awareness activities are also conducted through community outreach, in schools, and business houses.

Find below a list of health facilities involved in the program within NCD:

Moresby North East District

  1. Six Mile Clinic
  2. Nine Mile Clinic
  3. Gordons Clinic
  4. Bomana Police College Clinic
  5. Bomana CIS Clinic
  6. PNGEI Clinic
  7. Jackson Airbase Clinic
  8. PMGH

Moresby North West District

  1. Gerehu General Hospital
  2. Tokarara Clinic
  3. Morata Clinic
  4. St Therese Clinic
  5. St Paul Clinic
  6. UPNG Clinic
  7. SILAG Clinic
  8. Murray Barracks Clinic

Moresby South District

  1. Lawes Road Clinic
  2. Kaugere Clinic
  3. Badili Clinic
  4. Pari Clinic
  5. Vabukori Clinic
  6. Koki Salvation Army Clinic
  7. Ulamagi Clinic

Resources & Downloads

World Health Organization (WHO) – Malaria Fact Sheet: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/malaria

World Health Organization (WHO) – Malaria: https://www.who.int/health-topics/malaria