March 2010

Malaria Elimination: When the Tools Are Great but Implementation Falters

A recent editorial compares and contrasts two similar studies on integrated vector management (IVM) and evaluates the reasons why malaria program implementers should carefully assess control and prevention strategies prior to implementation. One aspect of IVM, known as larval source management, is proven to be highly effective in combination with other interventions that are being increasingly scaled-up, such as treated bed nets. Yet, despite having the tools to effectively reduce transmission, the proper implementation of these quality tools should not be underestimated.

Malaria Elimination: When the Tools Are Great but Implementation Falters