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flag A new malaria drug, GanLum, cured 97.4% of cases in trials across 12 African nations and shows promise against resistant strains.

flag A new malaria treatment, GanLum, developed by Novartis and partners, achieved a 97.4% cure rate in a Phase III trial across 12 African countries, showing effectiveness against drug-resistant strains, including artemisinin-resistant parasites. flag The drug, combining ganaplacide—a novel compound with a unique mechanism—and a new formulation of lumefantrine, targets multiple parasite forms and may reduce transmission. flag Experts call it the first major advance in malaria treatment since 1999, with regulatory approval expected in about 16 months and potential availability by 2027.

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