Global Child Health

Pneumonia is the leading cause of death among children under the age of 5 worldwide, accounting for an estimated 1.4 million deaths each year.

Undernutrition refers to the lack of sufficient food to meet basic nutritional needs, resulting in impaired growth and development.

Iron deficiency is the most common micronutrient deficiency worldwide, affecting over 2 billion people and contributing to anemia, fatigue, and impaired cognitive development.

Obesity refers to the rapid weight gain and accumulation of body fat in children, often associated with unhealthy diets and lack of physical activity, and is a major risk factor for chronic diseases.

Malaria is transmitted through the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito and is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in children in tropical and subtropical regions.

Pneumonia is the inflammation of the lungs caused by a bacterial or viral infection, and is a leading cause of death among children under the age of 5 worldwide.

The MMR vaccine is recommended by the WHO to protect children against measles, mumps, and rubella, and is a key component of childhood immunization programs.

Stunting refers to the condition in which a child's growth and development are impaired due to inadequate nutrition, resulting in short stature and impaired cognitive development.

Hookworm infection is caused by a parasitic worm that infects the intestinal tract and can lead to anemia, malnutrition, and impaired cognitive development.

Low birth weight refers to the condition in which a child is born with a low birth weight, typically less than 2500 grams, and is a major risk factor for infant mortality and long-term health problems.

Measles is caused by a virus and is characterized by a high fever, headache, and a rash, and can lead to serious complications such as encephalitis and meningitis.

Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease characterized by difficulty breathing due to the narrowing of the airways, and is a common health problem among children.

Tuberculosis is caused by a bacterium and is characterized by a persistent cough, fever, and weight loss, and can lead to lung damage and death.

Intellectual disability refers to the condition in which a child has an impaired ability to learn and function in everyday life due to intellectual or cognitive deficits.

Dengue fever is caused by a virus and is characterized by a fever, headache, muscle aches, and a rash, and can lead to serious complications such as encephalitis and meningitis.