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a boy just had his vaccination, and show me the position on the arm.

Health The World

10. May 2024

The Importance of Vaccines: Over 150 Million Lives Saved in 50 Years

Over the last five decades, the world has seen a drastic reduction in infant mortality thanks to better nutrition and lower poverty, cleaner air and water, readily available treatments, and, most of all, the development and distribution of vaccines.

Health

Health United States

9. May 2024

Less Sugars, More Nutrition: Let’s Make School Meals Healthier!

In a first, the United States is changing school meals to limit added sugars and prioritize children's health.

Society

Society Africa

1. May 2024

More Schools with More (Nutritious!) Food

The World Food Program has made tremendous progress in healthier, more diverse meals in many African schools.

Society

Society Uzbekistan

23. April 2024

Less and Less Children Are Living in Poverty Here

Thanks to the successful implementation of a social protection system, Uzbekistan has seen a drastic decline in child poverty in two years, with the lowest child poverty rates in some regions of the country.

Society

Cobalt mining under poor conditions in Democratic Republic of Congo

Society European Union

5. April 2024

New Labor Law to Protect Humans and the Environment Globally

European Union member states have agreed on a new law that is intended to better protect human rights in supply chains.

Health

Isabela Oside (R), 45, washes hands of her daughter Faith, 3,

Health The World

1. April 2024

Historic Moment: Child Mortality Reaches All-Time Low

Child mortality numbers have dipped below 5 million, with some countries reducing their numbers by more than 75%, following vaccination efforts, improved nutrition, and access to antibiotics.

Society

Shaimaa Mohamed, Waai Social Worker, Beni Suef Governorate, Upper Egypt. Nada, Waai Beneficiary, Beni Suef Governorate, Upper Egypt.

Society Egypt

27. March 2024

Social Programs Are Empowering Vulnerable Populations Here

A program launched in 2020 in Egypt is reaching, empowering, and educating vulnerable populations.

Society

Society Mozambique

19. March 2024

Stronger Healthcare for Millions of Women and Children Here

A new 4-year program is set to improve healthcare and nutrition services for over 4.5 million women and children across Mozambique.

Society

Children's team taking a break after training on the sports field

Society Latin America and the Caribbean

17. March 2024

More and More Children Are Being Guaranteed School Meals

Thanks to political commitment and investment, more than half of Latin America and the Caribbean countries had some form of school feeding program in 2022, thus contributing to children’s development, education, and well-being.

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Health France

3. March 2024

13-Year-Old’s Rare Brain Tumor… Vanished!

After taking part in a study conducted in France, a young patient has been completely cured of his brain cancer, and the promising results are giving hope for a more effective treatment against the deadly type of brain tumor.