APMEN TechTalks Webinar: Expanding Pediatric Antimalarial Treatment

The Asia Pacific Malaria Elimination Network (APMEN) Vivax Working Group will host a virtual TechTalks webinar on June 16, 2026, to discuss expanding pediatric antimalarial treatment. According to the organization, the session will feature global health experts, including MMV’s André-Marie Tchouatieu, to address new strategies for the diagnosis and radical cure of malaria in children living in endemic communities.

Why is expanding pediatric malaria treatment necessary?

Malaria remains a significant threat to child health in endemic countries. According to the APMEN Vivax Working Group, repeated infections in children can lead to anaemia and poor health outcomes. These infections may also cause long-term impacts on a child’s development.

Did You Know? Repeated malaria infections in children within endemic countries can lead to anaemia and long-term developmental impacts.

What medical advances are being discussed?

The webinar will explore several recent developments in pediatric care. These include updated World Health Organization (WHO) guidance on paediatric radical cure and emerging evidence regarding tafenoquine, according to the event description.

Experts will also examine point-of-care G6PD testing and the development of child-friendly medicines specifically for P. falciparum. The APMEN Vivax Working Group states these advances create new opportunities to improve care for children.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that the integration of point-of-care testing and updated WHO guidance represents a shift toward more precise, safe interventions. The stakes involve not just immediate recovery, but the prevention of chronic health deficits in pediatric populations.

How will the TechTalks webinar operate?

The event is scheduled for Wednesday, June 16, 2026, starting at 2:00 PM Singapore Time. It will be held virtually to bring together specialists from various global health organizations.

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The discussion will focus on operational experiences and practical strategies. The goal is to expand access to safe and effective diagnosis and treatment for children, according to the organizers.

What may happen next for pediatric malaria care?

Collaboration between global health organizations could accelerate progress toward better health outcomes. The insights shared during the webinar may lead to new operational strategies for delivering radical cures in endemic regions.

Increased adoption of child-friendly medicines and G6PD testing is a possible next step in reducing the prevalence of malaria-related anaemia in children.

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where will the APMEN TechTalks webinar take place?
The webinar is scheduled for June 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM Singapore Time and will be held virtually.

Who is André-Marie Tchouatieu?
André-Marie Tchouatieu is a representative from MMV and one of the global health experts participating in the discussion.

What specific malaria treatments are mentioned in the session?
The session will cover tafenoquine, child-friendly medicines for P. falciparum, and updated WHO guidance on paediatric radical cure.

How can global collaboration better support child health in endemic regions?