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A healthcare worker in a white coat sits at a desk, writing in a notebook in a room with multiple cribs and beds. A few adults and children are present, with colorful illustrations of animals on the walls. The room is lit by natural light from a window.
Sep 29, 2020

Diarrheal disease costs too much

When children fall ill with diarrheal disease, the hospital bills can add up—and the indirect costs, too.
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Sep 22, 2020

Fortify children against pandemics by going back to basics

The tools to shield children from the worst of COVID-19’s indirect effects are tried-and-true tools of child health.
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A cheerful baby with curly hair sits on an adult's lap, wearing a white bib with a cartoon image and red text. The child is holding a small object, possibly a fruit. There are two adults, partially visible, sitting nearby on a wooden bench.
Aug 26, 2020

Food hygiene: an integral component in the fight against diarrhoeal disease

Food hygiene and safety is a critical cross-section of WASH and nutrition.
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A young child stands indoors, wearing a black T-shirt with white text, and has a curious expression on their face. The background is slightly blurred, showing a room with benches and items. The image has the text "DEFEATDD: Significant. Solvable." at the bottom.
Aug 14, 2020

What do diarrheal disease and COVID-19 have in common?

Lessons from tackling diarrheal disease can also help us recover from COVID-19 stronger than ever.
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A newborn baby lies in a hospital crib, wearing a white onesie. Medical tubes are attached to the baby. The background shows colorful printed blankets and medical equipment.
Jul 30, 2020

Breastfeeding is a team sport

Breastfeeding requires many layers of support. For some babies, that includes donor milk.
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A person opening a silver and green packet labeled "SRO." They are wearing a white shirt with long sleeves. The focus is on their hands as they peel apart the packaging.
Jul 27, 2020

Tracking disparities in use of oral rehydration solution to treat childhood diarrhea

Access to oral rehydration solution (ORS) has improved over the years, but much work remains.
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Jul 20, 2020

Hand Hygiene for All: A call to action for universal hand hygiene beyond the COVID-19 pandemic

The Hand Hygiene for All Global Initiative, led by WHO and UNICEF, aims to ensure lasting infrastructure and hygiene behavior.
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Jul 15, 2020

Diarrheal disease has a racism problem

Addressing disparities in access to prevention and treatment for diarrheal disease among Black children in the United States deserves special attention.
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Jul 10, 2020

WASH and COVID-19: What should donors be thinking about?

We need sustainable WASH solutions that can continue to function once funding is gone.
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Jul 08, 2020

A switch for sustainability in Ghana’s rotavirus vaccination program

Ghana is proactively switching to ROTAVAC, a new rotavirus vaccine, due to its lower price and smaller cold chain space.
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