Discussion
When you think of Africa, you may think of the countless news reports documenting the famines and the many war-torn areas. Would it surprise you to know that greater than 90% of all deaths in Africa are caused by disease? (http://www.lagraychem.com/knowledgecenter.html)
Nearly 3000 people a day die from malaria. Most of these are children under the age of 5. Currently, less than 5% of children sleep under bed nets which could protect them from mosquitos. When used properly by at least 3/4 of the population in a community, mosquitos are reduced by 90%, malarial transmission is reduced by 50% and childhood deaths are reduced by 20%.
Long-lasting insecticide-treated nets simultaneously provide a protective covering for the body while releasing chemicals to repel and kill the infection-carrying mosquitoes.
Recent technology has dramatically improved malaria nets by infusing the insecticide in the netting material, making the nets effective for up to five years. Traditional nets must be treated every six months with insecticide, a practice hard to maintain in remote areas. Long-lasting insecticide-treated nets mark a new era in fighting malaria.The malaria nets are hung over beds or mats. Most nets cover three children. The nets protect people from being bitten by mosquitoes at night. The insecticide kills those mosquitoes that come in contact with it, as well as repels and reduces the number of mosquitoes that enter the house.
Nets can be distributed by humanitarian groups for as little as $5 a piece. On the discussion board, discuss your knowledge of malaria and whether or not you think the general population places any importance on erradicating malaria. Why or why not? Do you think many people know about opportunities to donate to supply nets to Africans?
Nearly 3000 people a day die from malaria. Most of these are children under the age of 5. Currently, less than 5% of children sleep under bed nets which could protect them from mosquitos. When used properly by at least 3/4 of the population in a community, mosquitos are reduced by 90%, malarial transmission is reduced by 50% and childhood deaths are reduced by 20%.
Long-lasting insecticide-treated nets simultaneously provide a protective covering for the body while releasing chemicals to repel and kill the infection-carrying mosquitoes.
Recent technology has dramatically improved malaria nets by infusing the insecticide in the netting material, making the nets effective for up to five years. Traditional nets must be treated every six months with insecticide, a practice hard to maintain in remote areas. Long-lasting insecticide-treated nets mark a new era in fighting malaria.The malaria nets are hung over beds or mats. Most nets cover three children. The nets protect people from being bitten by mosquitoes at night. The insecticide kills those mosquitoes that come in contact with it, as well as repels and reduces the number of mosquitoes that enter the house.
Nets can be distributed by humanitarian groups for as little as $5 a piece. On the discussion board, discuss your knowledge of malaria and whether or not you think the general population places any importance on erradicating malaria. Why or why not? Do you think many people know about opportunities to donate to supply nets to Africans?