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Which country has successful eliminated malaria?

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Sri Lanka was certified malaria-free by WHO in September 2016 after three years with zero indigenous cases. Intensive surveillance, vector control and case management eliminated Plasmodium transmission. India, Pakistan and Bangladesh remain endemic with millions cases, making Sri Lanka celebrated success story for malaria elimination in South Asia.

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