Malaria now a hot topic [Archives:2002/20/Local News]

BY YEMEN TIMES STAFF
The widespread of Malaria epidemic in Yemen needs strong political commitment to control it and not merely medical oriented plans.
This idea was among the proposals made during a meeting held at the Shura Council May 7.
Participants stressed the need for early detection of this epidemic, which would significantly reduce the cases of malaria.
Many working papers on this matter were presented for highlighting the dangers of this epidemic and how they can be reduced.
Holding this meeting coincided with the breakout of malaria epidemic in Aden, namely in al-Mansura district which has been considered a malaria-free area compared to the other districts of the governorate.
“What is worse is that another disease with a similar symptoms simultaneously occurred in the same area which further complicated the issue,” Dr. Ahmed al-Khalifah said.
He added that a team of specialists has been formed to deal with this issue.
Deputy Aden governor, Abdulkaim Shaif, told the Times that as of last Thursday a team will spray the malaria-stricken districts in order to control the situation.
Yet, Dr. Shawki al-Mauri, director of the malaria National Program denied the spread of malaria at the extent reported by some local newspapers.

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