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New malaria vaccines and control efforts in Africa (Level A1) — a man is giving a child something to eat

New malaria vaccines and control efforts in AfricaCEFR A1

5 May 2026

Adapted from Paul Adepoju, SciDev CC BY 2.0

Photo by Michael Ali, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
64 words
  • New malaria vaccines are now being used widely.
  • They are offered in many countries now.
  • The vaccines help but do not protect fully.
  • They need several doses for each child.
  • Health clinics have more work to do.
  • Other measures still stop malaria too.
  • Many young children get sick from malaria.
  • Experts say vaccines are not enough alone.
  • People use nets and indoor spraying now.

Difficult words

  • vaccinemedicine that helps the body fight disease
    vaccines
  • dosea small amount of medicine for one time
    doses
  • clinica place where people get health care
    clinics
  • protectstop harm or keep someone safe from disease
  • experta person with special knowledge or skill
    Experts
  • measurean action taken to stop a problem
    measures

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Discussion questions

  • Do you sleep under a bed net?
  • Have you been to a health clinic?
  • Do you think vaccines help prevent disease?

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