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WHO - Diarrhoea: Why Children are still dying and what can be done?
Abstract
This report sets out a 7-point strategy for comprehensive
diarrhoea control that includes a treatment
package to reduce child deaths, and a prevention
package to reduce the number of diarrhoea cases
for years to come. The report looks at treatment
options such as low-osmolarity ORS and zinc
tablets, as well as prevention measures such as the
promotion of breastfeeding, vitamin A supplementation,
immunization against rotavirus – a leading
cause of diarrhoea – and proven methods of
improving water, sanitation and hygiene practices.
Diarrhoea’s status as the second leading killer of
children under five is an alarming reminder of the
exceptional vulnerability of children in developing
countries. Saving the lives of millions of children at
risk of death from diarrhoea is possible with a comprehensive
strategy that ensures all children in need
receive critical prevention and treatment measures.
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