Benefits of Using Multiple First-line Therapies against Malaria

The Question

Is a national policy of multiple first-line therapies (MFTs) more effective than single first-line therapies or cycling for controlling malaria?

What we found

MFTs yielded a better outcome than a single first-line therapy or drug cycling in terms of delaying the emergence of malaria drug resistance.

Why it matters

Results indicate that MFT policies should be implemented in national malaria control and elimination programs.