Malaria, a disease that has killed more people than any other, is the focus of a documentary that delves into the politics surrounding its prevention. The film's team interviews various stakeholders, including governments, organizations, and experts, to expose the politics of domestic and international policies that have led to the deaths of millions. They discover that the 1972 ban on DDT, a life-saving chemical, is a major factor in the spread of malaria. The film argues that the ban, supported by organizations like the EPA, Greenpeace, and the World Wildlife Fund, has led to a preventable epidemic. With nearly 3,000 deaths per day in Africa and 12 billion dollars in annual losses, the film urges the public to demand change and calls for the reinstatement of DDT to prevent malaria.
3 Billion and Counting
The film explores the devastating effects of malaria, the deadliest disease in human history, and the resulting controversy surrounding the ban on DDT, a chemical once hailed as a miracle cure.
