Children
From the affect under resourced hospitals have on children’s health to what life is like for a child orphaned by AIDS, KCs document the experiences of young people living in their communities.
They also report the day-to-day experiences of children and young people living with TB, HIV, STIs and other health issues, as well as examining the everyday reality of teenager pregnancy and young marriage.
KCs also report news of health initiatives for children and the success and failures of existing child-focused healthcare schemes.
Mothers encouraged to breastfeed to reduce infant mortality rate
Ugandan mothers have been encouraged to breastfeed children so as to reduce the country’s infant mortality rate. more
HIV blamed for high number of orphans
The Minister of Education, Jessica Alupo, has said HIV and AIDS and the high level of poverty have increased the number of orphans and other vulnerable children in Uganda, reports KC Hope Mafaranga. more
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