4/25/08

The Best $10




Today is World Malaria Day. Malaria is one of the leading causes of death in the third world, particularly in parts of Africa, where it’s the number one killer of children. And here's the thing. It is completely preventable. A $10 treated net can protect and eliminate the disease for individuals and families who have them; and simple and affordable treatment is available (if made accessible) to those who do contract the disease.

Here are some crazy stats:
- 350-500 million cases of malaria occur worldwide each year
- Malaria causes 20 percent of ALL childhood deaths in sub-Saharan Africa
- 90 percent of malaria deaths occur in Africa - that's nearly 1 million people
- Malaria kills 3,000 children each day

Please give to this campaign. We will. It'll be the best $10 we spend today. Thanks!

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