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Children suffering dire drought across parts of Africa are . . . - UNICEF 1 Water security capacity of a population to safeguard sustainable access to adequate quantities of and acceptable quality water for sustaining livelihoods, human well-being, and socioeconomic development, for ensuring protection against waterborne pollution and water-related disasters, and for preserving ecosystems in a climate of peace and
PNG faces high water vulnerabilities – World Water Day 2021 PORT MORESBY, 19 MARCH 2021 – Papua New Guinea is one of 37 hotspot countries in the world that faces extremely high water vulnerabilities, according to a new analysis released by UNICEF globally ahead of World Water Day on 22 March The analysis, which is part of UNICEF’s Water Security for All initiative identifies areas where physical water scarcity risks overlap with poor water service
Eastern and Southern Africa records over 178,000 cholera cases . . . - UNICEF Drinking unsafe water can lead to infections and waterborne diseases like diarrhea, cholera, and typhoid, which can be fatal Water-related illnesses and inadequate sanitation facilities can deter children from attending school, particularly girls during menstruation
Water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) | UNICEF UNICEF works in over 100 countries to help provide access to clean water and reliable sanitation, and to promote basic hygiene practices that keep children safe from infectious disease We partner with governments, civil society organizations and communities themselves to construct and rehabilitate WASH facilities, bringing climate-resilient services straight to children in need In schools
Government of Lao PDR and UNICEF Deliver Urgent WASH Supplies to Flood . . . Over the weekend, vital WASH supplies were delivered to flood-affected districts in Vientiane Capital, while earlier last week, initial support reached Luang Namtha province These efforts aim to mitigate the heightened risk of waterborne diseases such as diarrhea and cholera, which are a significant threat in the aftermath of the floods
Unlocking the transformative power of clean water in Malawi Waterborne diseases The solar-powered water system has improved the health, security and livelihoods of families in Melise’s neighbourhood Prior to the project, Chipolonga Health Post, which serves the area, struggled with frequent outbreaks of cholera and other waterborne diseases
UNICEF Statement on Monsoon Floods’ Impact on Children in Pakistan As monsoon rains continue and waters rise, children face life-threatening risks from drowning and collapsing homes to spikes in waterborne diseases and electrocution Climate change is making extreme weather more frequent and destructive, with children paying the heaviest price
Japan provides fresh funding for life-saving health care, water . . . This funding will help to prevent the risk of waterborne disease communities face by supporting the rehabilitation and construction of water supply systems and promoting household hygiene Japan’s new contribution will address the multiple, intersecting challenges families face in the wake of an emergency or natural disaster
More than 10 million people, including children, living in . . . - UNICEF The associated diseases, such as diarrhea, prevent children from getting the vital nutrients they need Moreover, malnourished children are more susceptible to waterborne diseases due to already weakened immune systems, which simply perpetuates a vicious cycle of malnutrition and infection
Water borne diseases | UNICEF Zambia In the face of Zambia’s worst cholera outbreak in years, relying on local, community-driven interventions has been key to minimizing cases