Correct Answer : Option (B) - April 25
Every year on April 25, World Malaria Day is observed to raise awareness about the prevention, treatment, and control of malaria, a life-threatening disease caused by mosquito bites. Malaria is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions, but it is preventable with proper precautions and measures. This annual observance serves as a reminder of the global efforts needed to eradicate this disease and ensure a healthier world.
Date and History :
World Malaria Day is celebrated annually on
April 25. The origins of this day can be traced back to 2001 when African governments started observing Africa Malaria Day. In 2008, during the 60th session of the World Health Assembly, sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO), the decision was made to change the name to World Malaria Day, recognizing the need for global awareness and action against malaria.
Significance and Theme :
The theme for World Malaria Day 2024, “
Accelerating the fight against malaria for a more equitable world,” aligns with the World Health Day theme, “
My Health, My Right.” This theme emphasizes the urgent need to address the inequalities that persist in access to malaria prevention, detection, and treatment services.
As stated by Saima Wazed, WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia, “On this World Malaria Day 2024, we unite under the theme – Accelerating the fight against malaria for a more equitable world. This theme underscores the urgent need to address the stark inequities that persist in access to malaria prevention, detection, and treatment services.”
