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The world is facing a losing battle against malaria, with a single business decision exacerbating the situation. Insecticide-coated bed nets have been a vital tool in managing malaria, but a change in the chemical coating of the nets made by Vestergaard, one of the world's biggest manufacturers, has rendered them less effective. The change was not disclosed to global health organizations overseeing malaria control, leading to a surge in malaria cases in countries like Papua New Guinea. Other manufacturers have also faced criticism for the quality of their nets, raising concerns about slipping net quality as malaria cases continue to rise globally. [Extracted from the article]