WHO Approves First Malaria Drug for Infants | Game-Changer in Global Health! | NEXT IAS

For the first time ever, a malaria medicine specially designed for infants has been approved by the World Health Organization—and this could change global healthcare forever. In this video, we break down why the prequalification of Artemether-lumefantrine for newborns is such a major milestone, especially when millions of children under five are still at risk every year. Earlier, infants were treated with medicines meant for older children, increasing the chances of incorrect dosing and side effects—but this new formulation directly addresses that gap. With malaria continuing to cause millions of infections and deaths globally, particularly in Africa, this breakthrough offers new hope in the fight against one of the world’s deadliest diseases. Watch till the end for a UPSC-relevant question and strengthen your preparation.

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