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ORS + zinc and diarrheal disease

February 5, 2019
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Banner with text discussing the effectiveness of oral rehydration solutions (ORS) and zinc in addressing diarrheal disease in children under five. It states that ORS and zinc are crucial in treating and preventing diarrheal disease and reducing child mortality rates.

This message map provides key talking points about oral rehydration solution (ORS) and zinc, the treatment for diarrhea recommended by the World Health Organization. 

Read the full message map, available in English and French. 

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