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International community has left Gaza's children to freeze and starve

Freezing weather conditions in Gaza have resulted in severe health crises, particularly among infants and children, emphasizing the failure of international aid.

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.

Famine exposure in the womb doubles diabetes risk decades later

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

International community has left Gaza's children to freeze and starve

Freezing weather conditions in Gaza have resulted in severe health crises, particularly among infants and children, emphasizing the failure of international aid.

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.

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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#humanitarian-crisis

Health worker displaced by Israeli attacks in Gaza dies of extreme cold'

Residents of Gaza face extreme humanitarian crises, worsened by cold weather, displacements, and malnutrition.

Is Israel using starvation as a war tactic in Gaza?

Imminent famine risk in Gaza due to Israeli attacks and blockade affecting humanitarian aid and food supplies.

Gazans So Malnourished That They Could Face Famine, Report Warns

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

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.

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

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

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.

Health worker displaced by Israeli attacks in Gaza dies of extreme cold'

Residents of Gaza face extreme humanitarian crises, worsened by cold weather, displacements, and malnutrition.

Is Israel using starvation as a war tactic in Gaza?

Imminent famine risk in Gaza due to Israeli attacks and blockade affecting humanitarian aid and food supplies.

Gazans So Malnourished That They Could Face Famine, Report Warns

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

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.

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

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

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.
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#public-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.

The Critical Need to Align Climate and Nutrition Global Agendas at COP29

Malnutrition directly exacerbates the effects of climate change, affecting health, education, and poverty in vulnerable populations.

DRC health ministry says mystery disease is severe' form of malaria

Severe malaria with respiratory symptoms has been identified in DRC, exacerbated by malnutrition and food insecurity.
Malaria remains a significant health challenge in DRC, with substantial mortality linked to social determinants like malnutrition.

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.

The Critical Need to Align Climate and Nutrition Global Agendas at COP29

Malnutrition directly exacerbates the effects of climate change, affecting health, education, and poverty in vulnerable populations.

DRC health ministry says mystery disease is severe' form of malaria

Severe malaria with respiratory symptoms has been identified in DRC, exacerbated by malnutrition and food insecurity.
Malaria remains a significant health challenge in DRC, with substantial mortality linked to social determinants like malnutrition.
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Author Correction: Early-childhood linear growth faltering in low- and middle-income countries

Errors were found in the estimation of stunting incidence in children due to incorrect data usage.
Adjustments provide a clearer understanding of early childhood growth faltering in low- and middle-income countries.
#child-neglect

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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#food-security

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.
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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.
#health-issues

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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