Today more people than ever before have access to tools and medicines recommended by WHO to prevent malaria. Progress towards #malaria elimination continues as several countries near the goal of zero indigenous cases of the disease. A groundbreaking malaria vaccine is now available for children living in high-transmission areas. Launched in 2021, this long-awaited vaccine - was a significant scientific breakthrough. Why? It is the first vaccine that protects against a parasite and could save tens of thousands of young lives every year. #WHO75 #HealthForAll 📸 (in oder) - A young girl is tested for malaria by a member of a health team in #Mexico, 1962 WHO / Paul Almasy - WHO staff collect mosquitos in the #Philippines to support research to tackle mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue & malaria, 2017 WHO / Yoshi Shimizu