Deaths to Malaria Underestimated: Lancet Study
It was previously believed that children repeatedly exposed to malaria develop an immunity. Study suggests this is not the case.
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Malaria Champion presented Crystal Award at World Economic Forum in Davos
Roll Back Malaria Ambassador, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, was presented the Crystal Award during the opening session at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The award is given to artists who use their talents to improve the state of the world. Wearing bracelets which support the fight against malaria, Ms. Chaka Chaka accepted the award with a beautiful speech and a powerful song. “It was a pleasure to be invited to meet Ms. Chaka Chaka during a reception showcasing her film aimed at raising awareness about malaria,” said David Smith, Board Director, Buy-a-Net. “With thanks to Ms. Chaka Chaka, the fight against malaria had great presence on this international stage.” To get involved with the “Beading Up Malaria” initiative which supports sustainable employment and the fight against malaria, please contact 613-542-1264 or email at buyanet@buyanet.ca.
“Voluntour” Team Prepares for Feb 2012 Departure
Departing February 9th, 2012, volunteers from across Canada will travel to Uganda for an experience that will change their lives, and positively impact the lives of Ugandans. Canadian citizens, ranging from ages 16 to 68, with a varied set of skills, and a common passion and determination to make a difference, will participate in the malaria prevention and control program offered through Buy-a-Net Canada and Uganda. “I am so excited to be going,” said Joanne Douglas, member of the Catholic Women’s League of Canada. “It’s an opportunity of a lifetime.” Led by Debra Lefebve, the group will be in Uganda until the end of February. The team will join the Ugandan community based information and education program aimed at protecting primarily women and children from malaria, and will also participate in the distribution of bed nets and program evaluation initiatives. In addition, the group will meet Ugandan “beaders”, the women who create the jewelry available through Buy-a-Net’s unique “Beading Up Malaria” initiative. For more information or if you wish to be considered for an upcoming “volunteer” experience, please contact Gail Fones or Katie McNeill at 613-542-1264 or buyanet@buyanet.ca.
Cdn Malaria Expert Leads Study In Uganda
Dr. Kevin Kain, one of the world’s leading malaria experts, is conducting a study in Uganda to determine if nitric oxide can improve the survival rates of children with cerebral malaria. “The people of Uganda are very fortunate to have this kind of research in their own hospital. If successful, Dr. Kain could turn the tide against cerebral malaria, and save many children from either death or lifelong neurological deficits,” said Gail Fones, Buy-a-Net Board Chairperson.
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Buy-a-Net at United Nurses of Alberta (UNA) 34th AGM, Edmonton, AB
Buy-a-Net is very pleased to participate in UNA’s 34th Annual General Meeting, October 25th-27th, at the Northlands Expo Centre in Edmonton, Alberta. The United Nurses of Alberta represents more than 25,000 RNs, RPNs and allied health professionals. Led by Regional Ambassador, Charlotte Bonella, RN, Buy-a-Net will share its poverty reduction and disease prevention program in Uganda with the more than 800 delegates from across Alberta. UNA President Heather Smith encouraged nurses to be agents of change. Endorsed by the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions, and led by a Canadian nurse, Buy-a-Net welcomed Ms. Smith’s comments.
Buy-a-Net Participates in ALCDSB Community Faith Day
Buy-a-Net was very pleased to participate in the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board Community Faith Day, October 24th, in Belleville, ON. Approximately 1800 staff were in attendance, and representatives of Buy-a-Net were very happy to share current projects with interested participants. With the message, “malaria causes poverty, and poverty causes malaria” the powerful impact of the “Beading Up Malaria” initiative on poverty and disease was featured. Algonquin & Lakeshore School Board staff learned that sustainable employment, poverty reduction and disease prevention and treatment in Uganda are tangible, achievable and positive outcomes of the “Beading Up Malaria” initiative.
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Excitement over Promising Results of Malaria Vaccine
The world malaria community is holding its breath in the wake of news that scientists are that much closer to the development of an effective vaccine against malaria.
Community Partner Wins Prestigious Health Award
Buy-a-Net is proud to work with local Ugandan partner Bwindi Community Hospital (BCH), in the fight to improve maternal and child health in Uganda. Bwindi Community Hospital announced the organization is the recipient of the $100,000 STARS Foundation award
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African Scorecard will Help Unite Fight Against Malaria
African leaders committed to work together to beat malaria. Newly released “scorecard” hailed as tool in which to share results and best practice amongst malaria stakeholders.
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Buy-a-Net to Present at Queen’s University Health & Human Rights Conference
Buy-a-Net is pleased to announce its participation at the Queen’s University “Health & Human Rights Conference” October 1st, 2011. “We are very happy to be part of this award winning conference,” said Dr. Soni Pancham, Board Director. “The conference theme of Maternal and Child Health resonates with the Buy-a-Net campaign, recognizing that women and children are most vulnerable to leading killer diseases, especially malaria. Women are a precious resource, and children are the future; both populations must be protected.” Dr. Pancham and Debra Lefebvre (Founder of Buy-a-Net), will co-present, with special remarks by Youth Ambassador, Marie-Michelle Jobin. For more information, please visit target>”_blank”http://www.queenshhrc.ca/
