The story of malaria is, at first glance, a depressing one. Statistics such as “over one million deaths yearly” and “fourth leading cause of death for children in developing countries” can have the effect of making one feel - at best - unsure of where to start in tackling the problem. At worst, such staggering figures threaten to mire us in discouragement and helplessness.
Look into the issue a little more closely, however, and you’ll discover the good news: malaria is easily preventable. Organizations such as UNICEF have discovered that by supplying individuals in malaria zones with $10 mosquito nets, their chances of contracting the disease are drastically reduced. With Mosquitoes Suck: The Tour, SoChange is allowing high schools around Ontario to participate in UNICEF’s malaria-prevention program.
For more information on how to get your school involved, visit www.dontbiteme.ca!