Abstract
The global battle against malaria has seen many victories in the developed world but the undeveloped world and particularly Africa continue to suffer from this disease. The development of the RTS,S vaccine and ongoing research into additional vaccines have been touted as the solution to the crisis. However, the news of the successful RTS,S trial should be viewed with caution. Concerns over the effectiveness of the existing vaccine and the cost of further development may not be justified, especially given the known effectiveness of current treatment methods. This research must be watched carefully lest the allure of the vaccine blind us to the reality.
Recommended Citation
Ernenwein, David
(2014)
"Nets or Vaccines: Malaria Vaccine Research,"
Pepperdine Policy Review: Vol. 7, Article 2.
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https://digitalcommons.pepperdine.edu/ppr/vol7/iss1/2
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