Several challenges hamper the efforts to eradicate malaria, including:
Drug resistance: The emergence of resistance to antimalarial drugs, particularly artemisinin, threatens the effectiveness of current treatment regimens. Insecticide resistance: Resistance to insecticides used in ITNs and IRS poses a significant obstacle to vector control efforts. Healthcare infrastructure: Inadequate healthcare systems in endemic regions can limit access to diagnosis, treatment, and preventive measures. Funding: Sustained financial investment is crucial for ongoing research, development, and implementation of malaria control programs. Climate change: Changes in climate can affect mosquito breeding patterns and expand the geographical range of malaria transmission.
