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1-month-old NYC boy starves to death, cops launch homicide investigation: officials

A 1-month-old boy starved to death, ruled a homicide by authorities, raising alarms about child neglect cases.
The child suffered from severe malnourishment, raising awareness on tragic instances of child abuse.

NYC mom accused of starving her 4-year-old son to death hit with murder charge

Nytavia Ragsdale was indicted for allegedly starving her son to death, while surviving siblings are recovering under medical care.

Neglected NYC boy, 4, suffered in feces-streaked NYC apartment where food was locked away, prosecutors reveal as dad is jailed

A 4-year-old boy died of starvation in horrific living conditions, with food locked away by parents.

1-month-old NYC boy starves to death, cops launch homicide investigation: officials

A 1-month-old boy starved to death, ruled a homicide by authorities, raising alarms about child neglect cases.
The child suffered from severe malnourishment, raising awareness on tragic instances of child abuse.

NYC mom accused of starving her 4-year-old son to death hit with murder charge

Nytavia Ragsdale was indicted for allegedly starving her son to death, while surviving siblings are recovering under medical care.

Neglected NYC boy, 4, suffered in feces-streaked NYC apartment where food was locked away, prosecutors reveal as dad is jailed

A 4-year-old boy died of starvation in horrific living conditions, with food locked away by parents.
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#child-welfare

Starvation Death of 1-Month-Old on Staten Island Is Ruled a Homicide

The tragic case of Joseph Heben Jr. underscores systemic failures in child protection leading to severe malnutrition and homicide.

Aunt of Jahmeik Modlin, 4-Year-Old Who Starved to Death, Is Suing Child-Welfare Agency

Jahmeik Modlin's aunt is suing the city's child-welfare agency for negligence that led to his starvation and death.

Brutally neglected Manhattan 4-year-old boy, Jahmeik Modlin, weighed just 19 pounds before his death: prosecutors

Mother charged with manslaughter and child endangerment for her 4-year-old son's malnutrition and death.

Starvation Death of 1-Month-Old on Staten Island Is Ruled a Homicide

The tragic case of Joseph Heben Jr. underscores systemic failures in child protection leading to severe malnutrition and homicide.

Aunt of Jahmeik Modlin, 4-Year-Old Who Starved to Death, Is Suing Child-Welfare Agency

Jahmeik Modlin's aunt is suing the city's child-welfare agency for negligence that led to his starvation and death.

Brutally neglected Manhattan 4-year-old boy, Jahmeik Modlin, weighed just 19 pounds before his death: prosecutors

Mother charged with manslaughter and child endangerment for her 4-year-old son's malnutrition and death.
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3 weeks ago
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Gazans So Malnourished That They Could Face Famine, Report Warns

Gaza faces an imminent famine due to prolonged conflict and inadequate humanitarian access.

Starving Gaza

A doctor in Gaza struggles to treat malnourished children amid dire shortages caused by an illegal siege that has created unprecedented humanitarian conditions.

The gardener of Gaza: sowing hope by growing vegetables amid the rubble

Mohammed Qomssan's family cultivates vegetables in Gaza amidst war, highlighting resilience amidst severe food scarcity and malnutrition.

Over 13,000 children killed in Gaza, others severely malnourished: UNICEF

Children in Gaza suffering from severe malnutrition are so weak they do not even have the energy to cry, thousands have been killed or injured in the conflict.
UNICEF and UNRWA report on the dire situation in Gaza, with children facing severe malnutrition, bureaucratic challenges in aid delivery, and impending famine.

Gazans mark Eid al-Adha in the rubble; IDF announces 'tactical pause' for aid

Muslims in Gaza faced scarcity of food and water during Eid al-Adha amid ongoing war.
Humanitarian crisis worsened by high temperatures in Gaza, leading to increased hardships for children.
UNRWA reported acute malnutrition among over 50,000 children in Gaza.

Gazans search for food and water as summer's heat arrives

Children in Gaza facing malnutrition due to lack of aid and resources.

Gazans So Malnourished That They Could Face Famine, Report Warns

Gaza faces an imminent famine due to prolonged conflict and inadequate humanitarian access.

Starving Gaza

A doctor in Gaza struggles to treat malnourished children amid dire shortages caused by an illegal siege that has created unprecedented humanitarian conditions.

The gardener of Gaza: sowing hope by growing vegetables amid the rubble

Mohammed Qomssan's family cultivates vegetables in Gaza amidst war, highlighting resilience amidst severe food scarcity and malnutrition.

Over 13,000 children killed in Gaza, others severely malnourished: UNICEF

Children in Gaza suffering from severe malnutrition are so weak they do not even have the energy to cry, thousands have been killed or injured in the conflict.
UNICEF and UNRWA report on the dire situation in Gaza, with children facing severe malnutrition, bureaucratic challenges in aid delivery, and impending famine.

Gazans mark Eid al-Adha in the rubble; IDF announces 'tactical pause' for aid

Muslims in Gaza faced scarcity of food and water during Eid al-Adha amid ongoing war.
Humanitarian crisis worsened by high temperatures in Gaza, leading to increased hardships for children.
UNRWA reported acute malnutrition among over 50,000 children in Gaza.

Gazans search for food and water as summer's heat arrives

Children in Gaza facing malnutrition due to lack of aid and resources.
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from www.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Why Two Million Children May Starve in Africa

Nearly two million children face malnutrition risk due to a shortage of therapeutic food, necessitating urgent international intervention.
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2 months ago

Malawi seeks to reduce infant mortality with nutrition DW 08/28/2024

Improving dietary education and access to maternal health services is crucial to combat malnutrition among mothers and children in Malawi.

Why Two Million Children May Starve in Africa

Nearly two million children face malnutrition risk due to a shortage of therapeutic food, necessitating urgent international intervention.

Malawi seeks to reduce infant mortality with nutrition DW 08/28/2024

Improving dietary education and access to maternal health services is crucial to combat malnutrition among mothers and children in Malawi.
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Inside the last functioning hospital in Sudan's Khartoum North

Bahri Hospital in Khartoum North is the sole operational hospital due to extensive conflict-related damage to healthcare facilities.
#global-health

Billions of people are missing these 7 key nutrients, study says

Over half of the global population lacks essential micronutrients, a serious health threat, especially for children and pregnant women.

Bill Gates says today's global child health crisis is tomorrow's economic catastrophe

After 40 years since "We Are the World," malnutrition risks for children have escalated due to stalled progress in aid and climate challenges.

5 billion people worldwide are deficient in 4 key nutrients

Billions suffer from hidden hunger, affecting micronutrient intake globally, which can lead to serious health consequences.

Billions of people are missing these 7 key nutrients, study says

Over half of the global population lacks essential micronutrients, a serious health threat, especially for children and pregnant women.

Bill Gates says today's global child health crisis is tomorrow's economic catastrophe

After 40 years since "We Are the World," malnutrition risks for children have escalated due to stalled progress in aid and climate challenges.

5 billion people worldwide are deficient in 4 key nutrients

Billions suffer from hidden hunger, affecting micronutrient intake globally, which can lead to serious health consequences.
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#famine

Famine looming in parts of Yemen, UN experts warn

Acute malnutrition in Yemen has increased by 34% in the past year, signaling a potential famine emergency.

Famine exposure in the womb doubles diabetes risk decades later

Early gestation is the most vulnerable time for exposure to malnutrition.

Famine looming in parts of Yemen, UN experts warn

Acute malnutrition in Yemen has increased by 34% in the past year, signaling a potential famine emergency.

Famine exposure in the womb doubles diabetes risk decades later

Early gestation is the most vulnerable time for exposure to malnutrition.
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Opinion | Heat Waves and Droughts Are a Bonanza for Junk Food Companies

Food companies exploit climate change by aggressively marketing unhealthy products in vulnerable communities, leading to malnutrition and health crises.
Governments must intensify efforts to ensure access to healthy food and clean water to prevent public health disasters in the face of worsening environmental conditions.

An 'unusually high number' of emaciated California brown pelicans are turning up onshore

Large numbers of malnourished California brown pelicans are stranding along the California coast, prompting a wildlife investigation.
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Home Office food provision leaving some asylum seekers malnourished report

Poor quality food provided to asylum seekers leading to malnutrition cases, including children and adults
Research found food inedible, causing health issues like food poisoning, diabetes, and malnutrition, with instances of undercooked meat and expired products.

It is shameful': why the return of Victorian-era diseases to the UK alarms health experts

Scabies cases have increased dramatically during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Rickets and scurvy are also making a comeback due to malnutrition and lack of sunlight.

Home Office food provision leaving some asylum seekers malnourished report

Poor quality food provided to asylum seekers leading to malnutrition cases, including children and adults
Research found food inedible, causing health issues like food poisoning, diabetes, and malnutrition, with instances of undercooked meat and expired products.

It is shameful': why the return of Victorian-era diseases to the UK alarms health experts

Scabies cases have increased dramatically during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Rickets and scurvy are also making a comeback due to malnutrition and lack of sunlight.
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Significant part of Gaza facing famine-like conditions', WHO says

Thousands of children in Gaza suffer from malnutrition due to restrictions on essential supplies.
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