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Health programmes

Discover UNICEF's work worldwide.

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UNICEF works day in and day out, in some of the world’s toughest places, to protect children’s rights and safeguard their futures. On the ground in over 190 countries and territories, we reach more children and young people than any other international organization. Explore our health programmes and initiatives.

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01 August 2019

Maternal and newborn health

Newborns and mothers are still dying in appalling numbers – mostly from preventable causes.
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01 August 2019

Childhood diseases

Common infectious diseases are preventable and treatable. But they still kill children in large numbers.
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27 July 2021

HIV and AIDS

UNICEF is working towards an AIDS-free generation
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02 August 2019

Non-communicable diseases

Behaviours that lead to disease often emerge during childhood and adolescence.
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06 August 2019

Health and child development

All children, including those with developmental delays and disabilities, have the right to lead healthy lives.
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01 August 2019

Adolescent health and well-being

Ensuring their development and growth, with implications that reverberate across generations
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04 May 2021

Healthy environments

Environmental hazards have been linked to a range of significant health risks for children
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06 August 2019

Child and adolescent injuries

Road traffic injuries and drowning are leading causes of death worldwide.
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06 August 2019

Strengthening health systems

Children need strong, resilient and inclusive health systems to survive and thrive.
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07 August 2019

Health in emergencies

During conflicts, natural disasters and other emergencies, children can be cut off from life-saving care.
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