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Kemri exploring safer chemicals for mosquito nets

Kenya Medical Research Institute (Kemri) is conducting a study seeking to improve the lifespan and safety of chemicals used in the treatment of mosquito nets in the country as part of the war against malaria.

The research body is exploring use of a new technology to improve the longevity of natural pyrethrins (biodegradable organic chemicals) so that the country can phase out use of the more harmful pyrethroids, which pack more persistently toxic chemicals in bed nets.

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