Hidden malaria: treating Low-Level infections may boost Kids' health

NCT ID NCT05567016

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tested whether finding and treating low-density malaria infections (infections with very few parasites) in children can improve their long-term health and reduce illness. Researchers followed 600 children in Tanzania, comparing those who received treatment for these hidden infections to those who did not. The goal was to see if this approach reduces sick visits and anemia, and improves growth.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kiwangwa and Fukayosi clinics

    Bagamoyo, Tanzania

Conditions

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