So, as we all know malaria is serious business in Africa. In Burkina Faso more people die from malaria than AIDS and I know that in my village it affects everyone. Since I've been at site, my counterpart has gotten malaria several times. Medication is available but it's expensive and not 100% effective, especially for kids and pregnant women. The good news is that malaria can be prevented by taking simple steps like sleeping under a mosquito net or using a homemade cream made from Neem trees which repels mosquitos. In April we're trying to educate and motivate people to fight against malaria!
I painted this mural for a family but it's outside of their courtyard so the whole village can see it. It won't save the village from malaria but it sure is purdy!
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