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Friday, January 16, 2026
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New Baby Wrap Fights Malaria

A new study in Uganda shows a simple way to help babies. It protects them from malaria. Malaria is a sickness in Africa. It makes many children sick.

Scientists in Uganda tested baby wraps. They put a special bug spray on the cloth. About 400 mothers and babies were in the test. Babies using the special wraps got malaria less. This method is cheap and easy. It helps stop bug bites.

In Nigeria, a child named Leo died. People are angry about healthcare there. They want big changes. Leo was given too much medicine. Now, people want hospitals to be better.

Nigeria's hospitals need more money. Many doctors also leave the country. This makes it hard to see a doctor. The government is looking into Leo's death. The Uganda study gives hope. Nigeria needs better healthcare.

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