This French company made life-saving food cheaper and boosted global nutritionA for-profit company effectively reduced the cost of lifesaving nutritional treatment for malnourished children while maintaining its patent rights.
Bushwick Couple Arrested For Endangering Malnourished ChildrenThree malnourished children were found in a Bushwick apartment, leading to the arrest of two adults.Neighbors expressed alarm and frustration over the children's living conditions.
Brutally neglected Manhattan 4-year-old boy, Jahmeik Modlin, weighed just 19 pounds before his death: prosecutorsMother 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 AgencyJahmeik Modlin's aunt is suing the city's child-welfare agency for negligence that led to his starvation and death.
Indonesia launches free meals program to fight stuntingIndonesia's new government is implementing a $28 million program to combat malnutrition among children and pregnant women amid concerns of its affordability.
Starvation Death of 1-Month-Old on Staten Island Is Ruled a HomicideThe tragic case of Joseph Heben Jr. underscores systemic failures in child protection leading to severe malnutrition and homicide.
This French company made life-saving food cheaper and boosted global nutritionA for-profit company effectively reduced the cost of lifesaving nutritional treatment for malnourished children while maintaining its patent rights.
Bushwick Couple Arrested For Endangering Malnourished ChildrenThree malnourished children were found in a Bushwick apartment, leading to the arrest of two adults.Neighbors expressed alarm and frustration over the children's living conditions.
Brutally neglected Manhattan 4-year-old boy, Jahmeik Modlin, weighed just 19 pounds before his death: prosecutorsMother 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 AgencyJahmeik Modlin's aunt is suing the city's child-welfare agency for negligence that led to his starvation and death.
Indonesia launches free meals program to fight stuntingIndonesia's new government is implementing a $28 million program to combat malnutrition among children and pregnant women amid concerns of its affordability.
Starvation Death of 1-Month-Old on Staten Island Is Ruled a HomicideThe tragic case of Joseph Heben Jr. underscores systemic failures in child protection leading to severe malnutrition and homicide.
A chance for world leaders to end malnutrition and save lives | LetterWorld leaders must unite to prioritize nutrition to combat global malnutrition effectively.
Medical Benchmarks and the Myth of the Universal PatientThe author's daughter was classified as 'wasted' due to malnutrition, despite displaying physical health and hitting developmental milestones.
Billions of people are missing these 7 key nutrients, study saysOver half of the global population lacks essential micronutrients, a serious health threat, especially for children and pregnant women.
A chance for world leaders to end malnutrition and save lives | LetterWorld leaders must unite to prioritize nutrition to combat global malnutrition effectively.
Medical Benchmarks and the Myth of the Universal PatientThe author's daughter was classified as 'wasted' due to malnutrition, despite displaying physical health and hitting developmental milestones.
Billions of people are missing these 7 key nutrients, study saysOver half of the global population lacks essential micronutrients, a serious health threat, especially for children and pregnant women.
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 WarnsGaza faces an imminent famine due to prolonged conflict and inadequate humanitarian access.
Acute child malnutrition in northern Gaza doubles in one month, UNICEF saysGaza faces a malnutrition crisis affecting young children, worsened by the blockade preventing essential aid.Acute malnutrition has surged dramatically among children in Gaza since the beginning of the conflict.
Gazans search for food and water as summer's heat arrivesChildren in Gaza facing malnutrition due to lack of aid and resources.
Gazans mark Eid al-Adha in the rubble; IDF announces 'tactical pause' for aidMuslims 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 WarnsGaza faces an imminent famine due to prolonged conflict and inadequate humanitarian access.
Acute child malnutrition in northern Gaza doubles in one month, UNICEF saysGaza faces a malnutrition crisis affecting young children, worsened by the blockade preventing essential aid.Acute malnutrition has surged dramatically among children in Gaza since the beginning of the conflict.
Gazans search for food and water as summer's heat arrivesChildren in Gaza facing malnutrition due to lack of aid and resources.
Gazans mark Eid al-Adha in the rubble; IDF announces 'tactical pause' for aidMuslims 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.
USAID cuts are already hitting countries around the world. Here are 20 projects that have closedThe Trump administration's cuts to foreign aid threaten millions worldwide, particularly in fragile nations reliant on U.S. funding for essential services.
The U.S. Is Cutting Off Foreign Aid. My Youngest Patients Are Paying the PriceThe dire shortage of therapeutic food highlights the critical need for resources in Burundi's pediatric wards.
5 billion people worldwide are deficient in 4 key nutrientsBillions 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 catastropheAfter 40 years since "We Are the World," malnutrition risks for children have escalated due to stalled progress in aid and climate challenges.
The U.S. Is Cutting Off Foreign Aid. My Youngest Patients Are Paying the PriceThe dire shortage of therapeutic food highlights the critical need for resources in Burundi's pediatric wards.
5 billion people worldwide are deficient in 4 key nutrientsBillions 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 catastropheAfter 40 years since "We Are the World," malnutrition risks for children have escalated due to stalled progress in aid and climate challenges.
Four released Palestinians in critical condition, hospitalised in RamallahPalestinians released from Israeli jails reported severe malnutrition and physical abuse, highlighting serious human rights violations in detention.
Freed Israeli hostages tell families of torture while held by HamasIsraeli hostages describe extreme maltreatment and psychological torture by Hamas during their captivity.
Food poisoning outbreak mars Indonesian president's flagship free meal programFood poisoning incidents have marred the launch of President Prabowo's meal program for schoolchildren in Indonesia, raising significant food safety concerns.
DRC health ministry says mystery disease is severe' form of malariaSevere 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.
Food poisoning outbreak mars Indonesian president's flagship free meal programFood poisoning incidents have marred the launch of President Prabowo's meal program for schoolchildren in Indonesia, raising significant food safety concerns.
DRC health ministry says mystery disease is severe' form of malariaSevere 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.
The Malnutrition Metaphor for Psychological TraumaPsychological trauma is complex and can be understood similarly to malnutrition, focusing on unmet emotional and mental needs.
International community has left Gaza's children to freeze and starveFreezing weather conditions in Gaza have resulted in severe health crises, particularly among infants and children, emphasizing the failure of international aid.
Famine exposure in the womb doubles diabetes risk decades laterEarly gestation is the most vulnerable time for exposure to malnutrition.
International community has left Gaza's children to freeze and starveFreezing weather conditions in Gaza have resulted in severe health crises, particularly among infants and children, emphasizing the failure of international aid.
Famine exposure in the womb doubles diabetes risk decades laterEarly gestation is the most vulnerable time for exposure to malnutrition.
Famine looming in parts of Yemen, UN experts warnAcute malnutrition in Yemen has increased by 34% in the past year, signaling a potential famine emergency.
Billionaire Wealth Soared in 2024. So Did Child Hunger.Over 18 million children were born into hunger in 2024, highlighting the stark contrast between their plight and billionaires' wealth.
Sudan war death toll much higher than previously recorded, new study findsThe death toll in Sudan's Khartoum region greatly exceeds previous estimates, highlighting a severe humanitarian crisis.
Acute food insecurity to hit most people in South Sudan next year, says UNSouth Sudan faces acute food insecurity affecting 7.7 million people, primarily due to floods, conflict, and increasing challenges from climate change.
Famine looming in parts of Yemen, UN experts warnAcute malnutrition in Yemen has increased by 34% in the past year, signaling a potential famine emergency.
Billionaire Wealth Soared in 2024. So Did Child Hunger.Over 18 million children were born into hunger in 2024, highlighting the stark contrast between their plight and billionaires' wealth.
Sudan war death toll much higher than previously recorded, new study findsThe death toll in Sudan's Khartoum region greatly exceeds previous estimates, highlighting a severe humanitarian crisis.
Acute food insecurity to hit most people in South Sudan next year, says UNSouth Sudan faces acute food insecurity affecting 7.7 million people, primarily due to floods, conflict, and increasing challenges from climate change.
Author Correction: Early-childhood linear growth faltering in low- and middle-income countriesErrors 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.
NYC mom accused of starving her 4-year-old son to death hit with murder chargeNytavia 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: officialsA 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 chargeNytavia 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: officialsA 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.
Why Two Million Children May Starve in AfricaNearly 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 08/28/2024Improving 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 AfricaNearly 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 08/28/2024Improving dietary education and access to maternal health services is crucial to combat malnutrition among mothers and children in Malawi.
Inside the last functioning hospital in Sudan's Khartoum NorthBahri Hospital in Khartoum North is the sole operational hospital due to extensive conflict-related damage to healthcare facilities.
Opinion | Heat Waves and Droughts Are a Bonanza for Junk Food CompaniesFood 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 onshoreLarge numbers of malnourished California brown pelicans are stranding along the California coast, prompting a wildlife investigation.
Significant part of Gaza facing famine-like conditions', WHO saysThousands of children in Gaza suffer from malnutrition due to restrictions on essential supplies.