Child Mortality at Record Low. Good news! Still Much To Do!
“For the first time since record keeping began in 1960, the number of deaths of young children around the world has fallen below 10 million a year, according to figures from the United Nations Children’s Fund being released today.” Under-5 Mortality Drops to Record Low “The new figure, based on surveys in more than 50 countries, represents a substantial decrease from the 20 million deaths in 1960, especially considering that the world’s population has more than doubled to 6.6 billion people since then.” Child mortality at record low, UN says “The drop has been attributed to increased vaccinations, greater use of mosquito nets and vitamin supplements and more women breastfeeding rather than mixing formula with dirty water.”
This is a good indication that the global efforts to impact poverty can make a difference. Each one of us can contribute to the fight to overcome poverty. We hope you will feel heartened by this news, and encouraged to continue to be or become involved in the effort to prevent youngsters from dying from poverty.If you would like ideas on how to get involved please click here.
