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Why is it important for at least half the population to sleep under a bed net to reduce the risk of malaria?
Why is it important for at least half the population to sleep under a bed net to reduce the risk of malaria?
Sleeping under a bed net reduces the likelihood of mosquitoes transmitting malaria, so if at least half the population sleeps under a net, even those who do not have much less risk of getting infected.
What is the main obstacle preventing a larger portion of kids at risk from sleeping under a net?
What is the main obstacle preventing a larger portion of kids at risk from sleeping under a net?
The $10 cost of bed nets is too much for many families in Mali or Kenya.
What is one proposed solution to increase bed net usage in the community?
What is one proposed solution to increase bed net usage in the community?
Selling the nets at a discount or even giving them away is suggested to increase bed net usage in the community.
What is Jeffrey Sachs' stance on bed-net distribution?
What is Jeffrey Sachs' stance on bed-net distribution?
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What is the concern raised by Easterly and Moyo regarding free distribution of bed nets?
What is the concern raised by Easterly and Moyo regarding free distribution of bed nets?
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