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Over the past decade, the National Department of Health (DoH) has focused intense efforts on preventing the local transmission of malaria, and on ensuring the prompt and effective management of cases, especially in the endemic provinces. The DoH has recorded significant success in reducing the burde...

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Published in:South African medical journal 2011-12, Vol.101 (12), p.865-867
Main Authors: Baker, L., Moonasar, D., Benson, F., Blumberg, L., Barnes, K.I., Asomugha, C., Maharaj, R.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Over the past decade, the National Department of Health (DoH) has focused intense efforts on preventing the local transmission of malaria, and on ensuring the prompt and effective management of cases, especially in the endemic provinces. The DoH has recorded significant success in reducing the burden of malaria through the implementation of its key interventions: Vector Control, Case Management, Surveillance, Health Promotion, and Epidemic Preparedness and Response.
ISSN:0256-9574
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