– Malaria cases in Pakistan soar due to climate impacts
– WHO reports over 2 million malaria cases annually
– Floods and climate change exacerbate public health crisis
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that climate change is fueling a surge in malaria cases in Pakistan, with over 2 million cases reported annually. The 2022 floods worsened the situation, adding 6.6 million malaria cases between 2022 and 2024, and causing a sharp rise in 2023.
Despite the surge, Pakistan’s efforts, supported by WHO and the Global Fund, have led to significant progress. In 2024, 7.8 million insecticide-treated nets were distributed, and 2 million confirmed cases were treated, helping reduce the total number of cases from 2.7 million in 2023.
WHO urges further investment and collaborative efforts to mitigate the impacts of climate change on public health.
