BBC Two documentary "The Battle to Beat Malaria" explores the development of a new malaria vaccine with potential global impact.

The Battle to Beat Malaria, BBC Two, explores the journey of a new malaria vaccine with potential to change the course of the disease, which kills an average of one child every minute in the global south. The film provides intimate access to key scientists on four continents, including the University of Oxford's Jenner Institute, and follows the vaccine's development, drawing parallels to the Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine. The documentary airs on BBC Two HD at 8:00 PM, Monday 22 July.

July 22, 2024
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