Episode

Battle to Beat Malaria

Podcast: NOVA Presents
Published: May 12, 2026
Duration seconds: 1329
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Summary

Could one of the world’s deadliest diseases be headed for the history books? Malaria’s relentless yearly death toll has driven the World Health Organization to set bold targets, and a new vaccine may signal a turning point in the long battle against this disease. Early trials demonstrated a remarkable efficacy rate, but the question remained: Could it earn an all-important recommendation from the WHO? Follow the international team of researchers that worked tirelessly to develop a vaccine that could save more lives and reshape the future of malaria prevention. You can watch the full film here . Learn more about NOVA and subscribe to our YouTube channel.