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November 12 is World Pneumonia Day! Pneumonia is the leading killer of children worldwide and has been for the last 30 years. Malnutrition was responsible for 83% (418,600) of all child pneumonia deaths in 2021, making it the top risk factor by a significant margin. 20 countries account for 80% (330,500) of these deaths, with 12 in Africa and 8 in Asia. Let's take action to combat this global crisis. Dr. Christine Karanja-Chege, Pediatrician & Lecturer at Kenyatta University and member of the OHT-led Global Antibiotic Resistance Partnership (GARP) in Kenya says, "Addressing socioeconomic challenges (of malnutrition) through caregiver education on childcare practices and instituting programs that tackle poverty and lack of access to adequate food in communities must be bundled and implemented together with other key interventions in combating pneumonia." Learn more about GARP here: https://lnkd.in/gZP-DmF2 #ChildHealth #Malnutrition #Pneumonia #GlobalHealth #WorldPneumoniaDay

More Than Three Thousand Children Recovered From Acute Malnutrition In Mozambique "We managed, in this program, to recover a total of 3,175 children from malnutrition and this represents a recovery rate from severe acute malnutrition of 91%", explained the representative of the United Nations Children's Fund (Unicef), Dezi Mahotas, on the sidelines of the first session of the steering committee of the program that aims to "improve child nutrition" in the districts most affected by Cyclone Idai, which hit central Mozambique in 2019. The official added that, during this period, more than 1,600 communities were certified free from open defecation, as well as 268 water sources were built, benefiting around 80 thousand people. "In this fourth year, despite the challenges, the program significantly accelerated the implementation of activities, achieving important results, part of the Mozambican Government's reconstruction efforts in the provinces most affected by the cyclones," said Mahotas. The representative of the UN fund highlighted that the program represents the "firm commitment", also from the European Union, to support key interventions "to combat malnutrition in the province of Sofala and beyond". When speaking at the meeting, the Secretary of State in Sofala, Cecília Chamutota, recalled that, until 2020, right after Cyclone Idai, chronic malnutrition had a rate of 36% and acute malnutrition 5.3%. The leader stressed that these data show that the work being carried out has had an effect, but that there is still a lot to be done: "We are convinced that, with combined efforts and everyone's collaboration, it is possible to further improve the results achieved so far, so we appeal to everyone's participation. We reiterate that we will do everything we can to ensure that malnutrition levels are increasingly lower." For her part, the representative of the European Union (EU), Ylenia Rosso, said that this steering committee is a platform coordinated by the Government and partners with the aim of presenting and discussing the gains achieved and challenges faced during the implementation of the program, proposing recommendations . "We intend to reinforce the focus on sustainability for the continuity of the programs and gains achieved during the last four years and replicate them to the other districts to guarantee the continuation of interventions in the Government's priorities. We will continue working together and supporting the Government in strengthening the institutional capabilities in terms of systems and services", he assumed. The executive secretary of the Technical Secretariat for Food and Nutritional Security (SETSAN), Leonora Monjane, stated that, in the last ten years, the rate of chronic malnutrition in children under five years of age was 43%, denoting that these are levels which remain very high in the country. "We intend to find corrective and preventive measures for this scenario. We also know that Sofala, with ...

In response to the escalating fighting in North Darfur, Sudan, Médecins Sans Frontières / MSF has treated over 100 war-wounded patients – including 11 children, many with gunshot wounds – at South Hospital, El Fasher, over the past two weeks. Following the devastating results of a rapid nutrition and mortality assessment conducted by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in early January, a mass screening of more than 63,000 children under-five, as well as pregnant and breastfeeding women, was conducted in March and April. The results confirm that there is a catastrophic and life-threatening malnutrition crisis in Zamzam camp, North Darfur. Read More: https://lnkd.in/d3xKcBsW #mededgemea #malnutrition #zamzamcamp #humanitariancrisis #foodinsecurity #Refugees #EmergencyAid #HealthcareNews #PublicHealth #childrenshealth #HealthcareAccess #humanitarianaid #sudan

❗❗Addressing malnutrition is crucial for Nigeria's future. According to UNICEF, malnutrition contributes to 45% of under-five deaths and affects 2 million children with severe acute malnutrition. This issue extends to 7% of women of childbearing age facing acute malnutrition, underscoring a critical need for intervention. Improved breastfeeding rates and dietary diversity are vital steps forward. The impact goes beyond health, influencing cognitive development and economic productivity. Learn how you can help us drive change and build a healthier, more prosperous Nigeria. 👉 Become a partner: https://bit.ly/4crWBm2         #Malnutrition #ChildHealth #PublicHealth #Nigeria #HEI

 🙏 T h e C h i l d ’ s G r a n a r y 🙏 **Fighting malnutrition in Senegal** Malnutrition is one of the main causes of maternal and infant mortality in Senegal. 19% of children under five suffer from stunted growth, 6% are acutely malnourished and 13% of children are underweight. ENDA Santé and CAREM, long-standing project partners of horizont3000 in Senegal, fight malnutrition in children with the concept of The Child’s Granary - Le Grenier de l’Enfant. In a Grenier, all children up to the age of five in the community are monitored and malnourished children are screened through regular weighing sessions. The mothers are trained in child survival and good feeding practices. In addition, they meet regularly for community meals. To these community meals everyone contributes, either with food or with money. Cooking demonstrations are organized to prepare healthy meals for children, using local ingredients. The entire community is actively involved and mobilized in this work: women's and youth groups, religious and cultural leaders, village chiefs, health establishments and district authorities. Today, there are already more than 60 Greniers in the villages of Popenguine health district and the communities of Fimela, Djilasse and Loul Sessene, i.e. the intervention areas of ENDA Santé and CAREM. And the impact of these activities is very encouraging: a considerable reduction in malnutrition among children in the area, a high level of awareness of healthy nutrition among families and a strong involvement of all stakeholders. 👀Would you like to know more about our projects?  👉Then visit our website: https://lnkd.in/dSRpE8hh Many thanks to our funder Austrian Development Agency and our member organisations: DKA, kfb, SSF Salzburg & Graz, BSIN Innsbruck & Kärnten & Feldkirch, plan:g, Caritas Austria, Welthaus Graz and Erzdiözese Wien. 🗺️ Locations in Senegal: Popenguine, Fimela, Djilasse and Loul Sessene; SENEGAL 📸Credit: ENDA Santé, Senegal, CAREM, Senegal, horizont3000 Text and reel Credit: horizont3000, ENDA Santé #horizont3000 #PeopleAtTheCentre

🌍 Tackling malnutrition and poverty requires a multifaceted approach. Drawing insights from this UNICEF report (linked below), it's clear that synergizing child nutrition with social protection can significantly bolster our efforts against malnutrition. This integrated strategy not only addresses immediate nutritional needs but also enhances overall community resilience! Given this, let’s explore similar integrated approaches for addressing emerging infectious disease outbreaks, like the current mpox situation in the DRC. Let’s think critically and drive impactful change together. 💪 #ChildNutrition #SocialProtection #GlobalHealth #UNICEF

One out of every four children under the age of five is malnourished in the Shinkafi and Zurmi areas of Nigeria’s Zamfara state, according to a mass screening conducted in June by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and the Ministry of Health. A screening of 97,149 children across 21 urban and rural locations identified 27 percent suffering from acute malnutrition, with five percent experiencing severe acute malnutrition Read More: https://lnkd.in/dXKN_C4N “The screening results from Shinkafi and Zurmi are nothing short of alarming, revealing a catastrophic malnutrition crisis across northwest Nigeria,” says Abdullahi Mohammad, an MSF representative in Nigeria. “The response to this overwhelming disaster is grossly insufficient. With malnutrition rates soaring beyond critical levels and no immediate treatment available for moderate acute malnutrition apart from at MSF facilities, we’re effectively letting more children fall into life-threatening conditions. It is crucial we ensure every child receives the medical care they desperately need.” #mededgemea #MalnutritionCrisis #ChildHealth #HumanitarianResponse #NigeriaHealth #UNHumanitarianAid #FoodInsecurity #MSF World Health Organization Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus UNICEF UNICEF Nigeria Christos Christou

The UNICEF report on malnutrition in Somalia highlights that, despite the progress made in combating malnutrition, there remains a widespread need for intervention. Addressing this issue requires collective efforts from the government, communities, and aid organizations operating in the country. Further Analysis and the Importance of Development. 1.Regular Screening: The report emphasizes that regular screening of children and providing immediate healthcare are crucial in the fight against malnutrition, especially for young children. This necessitates continuous improvement of healthcare services to effectively reach vulnerable populations. 2.Community Awareness: Raising awareness is essential to ensure that communities understand the importance of proper nutrition.Strengthening community involvement in the prevention and management of malnutrition is also vital for sustainable change. 3.Collaboration Between Organizations and the Government: The report highlights the necessity for strong cooperation between aid organizations and the government to implement effective services that can tackle child malnutrition. Such collaboration is key to optimizing resources and ensuring that interventions are impactful. It should be utilized to ensure that nutrition supplies reach the children who need them, preventing misuse and ensuring accountability. This report underscores the importance of practical strategies and strong partnerships to safeguard vulnerable children in Somalia. Effective interventions require a multifaceted approach, involving not only healthcare improvements but also community engagement and collaboration among various stakeholders.

Child malnutrition is a global health crisis. According to World Health Organization, malnutrition is the underlying cause of nearly half of child deaths globally       But a different future is possible. As UNICEF’s Dr. Victor Aguayo says, “Science and programs have already demonstrated what these proven interventions can do for children. The question now is: How do we deliver them at scale?”        This is what the Child Nutrition Fund is trying to answer. In addition to mobilizing donor financing, by matching countries’ own funding to nutrition programs, UNICEF is offering an innovative incentive structure so that countries can prioritize and fund nutrition efforts, support local ownership of those nutrition initiatives, and develop sustainable, long-term solutions to malnutrition.        As this TIME article mentions, “This is the window of opportunity. If we use this window to its full potential, for the most part, children will never experience malnutrition later on.”      Read the full article below: https://lnkd.in/ecBHwWvz

CORDNutrition Stands Here! In #Medicine, #Clinicians usually use #Symptomaticmanagements in two scenarios: to get-rid-of the awesome symptoms, pains and sufferings and the other scenario; when they have left no options but use it, as in the case of depilating malignant and agonic conditions like cancers and palliative cares, where there is no choice; a conditions that hurts all, the patient, the family members and the healthcare professionals. In #Nutrition too, we often face with #Symptomaticmanagements; when conditions like humanitarian crisis, manmade and natural disasters such as; poverty, civil war, famine, put us on no choice. Vulnerable groups particularly, children, women, adolescent girls, the elderlies and people with disability usually pose on a life threating-conditions like acute food shortages, hunger and famine. In such conditions, we forced to take a #Symptomaticmanagements actions like emergency food aid, management of SAM & MAM, and other humanitarian interventions; all Symptomatic managements for the conditions occurred, but not a lasting solution to the problems. I want to make it clear and I didn’t mean these symptomatic managements are not necessary or effective; actually they saved millions of life but it is equally important to understand that they are just the #solutioniceberg, only the tip of it. The lasting solution is to #CreateaResilientCommunities that with stand #shock. Ensuring food and nutrition security at #householdlevel. This happens only if we understood the connections, the #CORDS that naturally there and connecting naturally. Understanding #CORDNutrition and acting on the “Four CORDS of the #CORDNutrition” has a paramount importance:  #CORDI. Act on individual mother, Maternal Nutrition (Ensure Maternal-Fetal nutrition, helping the cord connect the mother and the fetus) #CORDII. Act on the individual Baby, Child Nutrition (Ensure EBF and Complementary feeding and beyond)   #CORDIII. Act on individual young girls, Adolescent Nutrition (Ensure catch up growth, prevent young girls’ anemia, and poor nutrition to break intergenerational cycle of malnutrition). #CORDIV. Act on individual communities, an umbrella for the other three CORDS, which is context specific and should be addressed contextually, while ensuring the Developmental CORDs are well connected in all directions. Only then we bring a lasting curative rather than Symptomatic solution to our Problems. #CORDNutrition.