Growing partnerships: Collaborative action and co-creation of evidence to transform care of small and nutritionally at-risk infants under 6 months and their mothers
Worldwide, an estimated 21.3% of infants under six months (u6m) are wasted, 20.1% are underweight, 17.6% are stunted, and 17.8% are born with a low birth weight. These infants are at higher risk of sickness, death, and poor growth and development. Preventing early-life growth failure is a neglected area of life-course nutrition action that has impeded progress on global targets. Urgent action to transform MAMI care is essential to achieve Sustainable Development Goals 2 and 3.
New Multisectoral Program in Ethiopia Brings Together The Power of Nutrition, the Eleanor Crook Foundation, The END Fund, and Rotary International to Tackle Malnutrition
The Power of Nutrition today announced a partnership with the Eleanor Crook Foundation, The END Fund, and Rotary International to fund a new multisectoral nutrition program in Ethiopia.
Global Development Groups Urge U.S. Leadership To End Malnutrition Across Globe with Launch of Mobile Billboard In Nation’s Capital
Each year, Americans spend about $2.7 billion annually on Halloween candy. For a third of that amount, the U.S. could lead the next chapter of the child survival revolution.
Role of Micronutrients in Child Growth and Development
Micronutrient deficiencies form a leading global health issue resulting in poor child growth and development outcomes. Inadequate micronutrient intake has been identified as one of the causes, but implementing mitigation […]
The Power 4: Interventions that Will Save Lives
The Power 4 analysis conducted by Johns Hopkins University identified the four most impactful and cost-effective ways to reduce childhood mortality due to malnutrition.