Children
Children are the key to building strong and healthy communities but many are affected by HIV, AIDS, TB and other health problems. Many children suffer trauma and hardship, especially through the illness and death of a parent. Children living with serious health issues need appropriate treatment, protection, support and information. Children and their families also need support to overcome the economic, social, and security challenges posed by serious health issues.
The majority of HIV infections are sexually transmitted but a large proportion are associated with pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding. Latest figures estimate that 370, 000 children contract HIV every year during and after labour and through breastfeeding.
Is India meeting its commitment to provide free education for all children?
The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act (RTE) 2009 sought to make education accessible, free and compulsory for all children in India. But experts say the act’s provisions and outcomes reveal disconcerting features. KC Ashpreet Sethi reports. more
17,000 children immunization target in Kabarole ‘could be missed’
The district nursing officer in Kabarole, Western Uganda has warned that the district could fail to hit its target of immunizing 17,338 children under one for the year 2011-2012 – and has blamed a “lack of commitment” from staff for the failing, something health workers strongly deny. KC Araali reports. more
Traditional birth attendants trained on maternal health
Focusing on Maternal and Newborn Child Health - this photo was taken during a training session for traditional birth attendants in Busia, Kenya, on the importance of pregnant women visiting antenatal care and delivering in health centres. more
Health officer challenges mothers to breastfeed
Mothers have been challenged to put emphasis on exclusive breast feeding of their babies during the first six months in order to reduce infant mortality rate. more
Latest round of child saving fast-track initatives launched in Uganda
Uganda’s Ministry of Health yesterday (4 October 2011) launched its latest round of fast-track initiatives aimed at reducing child mortality rates and improving maternal health in the country. more
More scans recommended for unborn twins and triplets
From www.bbc.co.uk
Women expecting twins or triplets should be offered closer monitoring, including extra scans, according to new guidelines from the UK. go
United States government pledges millions to PMTCT in Uganda
The United States government has pledged 25 million dollars to support the prevention of HIV mother to child transmission progrmmes in Uganda.
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Unicef Zimbabwe appoints new Goodwill Ambassador
Differently abled Zimbabwean songstress, Prudence Mabhena has been appointed the new Unicef Zimbabwe goodwill Ambassador to work closely with the organization on advocacy to protect children from all forms of violence, particularly those children who have disabilities.
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