Sri Lanka is malaria free declared by WHO

The World Health Organisation has certified that Sri Lanka is a malaria-free nation. 

• Sri Lanka had been among the most malaria-affected countries in the mid-20th century. 
• But, the country had begun an anti-malaria campaign that successfully targeted the mosquito-borne parasite that causes the disease, not just mosquitoes. 
• Health education and effective surveillance also helped the campaign. 
• To prevent parasites re-entering the country, the anti-malaria campaign is working with local and international partners to maintain surveillance and screening.