WHO recommends R21/Matrix-M vaccine for malaria prevention in updated advice on immunization. 2 October 2023
The R21 vaccine is the second malaria vaccine recommended by WHO, following the RTS,S/AS01 vaccine, which received a WHO recommendation in 2021.
Is there a vaccine for malaria yet?
There is one already in widespread use called the RTS,S vaccine, which reduces chances of developing malaria in a vaccinated population by up to 44%. 11.Jul 2023
Mosquirix is a vaccine that is given to children aged 6 weeks to 17 months, to help protect against malaria caused by the parasite Plasmodium falciparum.
Both vaccines are shown to be safe and effective in preventing malaria in children and, when implemented broadly, are expected to have high public health impact.
