Child health
Jun 15, 2025 · Child healthProtecting and improving the health of children is of fundamental importance. Over the past several decades, we have seen dramatic progress in improving the …
Child mortality (under 5 years)
Jan 28, 2022 · Child SurvivalKey facts In 2020 an estimated 5 million children under the age of 5 years died, mostly from preventable and treatable causes. Approximately half of those deaths, …
Children and young people’s mental health: the case for action
Jun 2, 2025 · WHO advocates for a comprehensive response to the mental health needs of children and young people, with a focus on strengthening policies and legislation; promoting …
Malnutrition in children - World Health Organization (WHO)
Stunting - Children who suffer from growth retardation as a result of poor diets or recurrent infections tend to be at greater risk for illness and death. Stunting is the result of long-term …
Growth reference 5-19 years - Height-for-age (5-19 years)
Home / Tools and toolkits / Growth reference data for 5-19 years / Indicators / Height-for-age (5-19 years)
Every child's rights as an individual - World Health Organization …
Jun 5, 2025 · Home / Tools and toolkits / Your life, your health - Tips and information for health and well-being / Know your rights / Rights across life phases - Newborns and children under 5 …
Child Health and Development - World Health Organization (WHO)
Oct 29, 2024 · Child Health and DevelopmentThe goal of the Child Health and Development Unit is to end preventable child deaths and promote the healthy growth and development of all …
Deworming in children - World Health Organization (WHO)
Aug 9, 2023 · Soil-transmitted helminth infections are among the most common infections in humans, caused by a group of parasites commonly referred to as worms, including …
New WHO guidance on HIV disclosure for children and adolescents
5 days ago · WHO has released new guidance to help children and adolescents living with HIV navigate disclosure. Disclosure, when done the right way, can lead to significant benefits, …
Nutrition and Food Safety - World Health Organization (WHO)
The Nutrition and Food Safety (NFS) Department is addressing the burden of disease from physical, chemical and microbial hazards in food and unhealthy diets, maternal and child …