Malaria is one of the most common mosquito transmitted diseases which can lead to death. (Source: Thinkstock Images) Malaria is one of the most common mosquito transmitted diseases which can lead to death. (Source: Thinkstock Images)A new kind of bed net can emerge as a potent weapon against malaria as a two-year trial involving more than 15,000 children has shown that it can significantly increase protection against the mosquito-borne disease. “It also demonstrated that pyrethroid resistance is now a significant problem in some areas and standard LLIN are less effective than before, and that the new IRS controlled malaria for an entire year before needing to be re-sprayed,” Rowland said. This chemical synergist stops insects from breaking down the pyrethroid within their bodies, so the insecticide stays toxic to the insect.

Source: Indian Express April 12, 2018 16:49 UTC