vivax malaria
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of vivax malaria
1940–45; < New Latin ( Plasmodium ) vivax the protozoan species, Latin vīvāx long-lived, lively; see vivacity
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In July 2018, the Food and Drug Administration approved 300 milligrams of tafenoquine for the radical cure of P. vivax malaria in adults and adolescents 16 years and older.
From New York Times ● Mar. 14, 2022
The investigators recruited 60 children with P. vivax malaria from three sites in Vietnam and one in Colombia.
From New York Times ● Mar. 14, 2022
Among hotspots for vivax malaria highlighted by MAP team are substantial parts of India, including major urban areas like Mumbai, where malaria was previously uncommon.
From Reuters ● Dec. 5, 2011
Peter Hotez, president of the ASTMH, said the map showed the importance of stepping up the fight against vivax malaria as well as against falciparum.
From Reuters ● Dec. 5, 2011
There are few effective treatments for vivax malaria.
From Reuters ● Dec. 5, 2011
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