The organization Save the Children reports that 4.9 million children worldwide die each year from preventable diseases. The organization has urged countries to take action to improve the conditions of children globally.
In a statement posted on social media platform X on Friday, November 15, Save the Children identified climate change, conflicts, and global health crises as serious threats to children around the world.
Emphasizing the urgency of immediate action, the organization stated: “Now is the time for action, not words. Every child deserves to live and thrive beyond the age of five.”
Save the Children expressed deep concern over the plight of children in war-torn and crisis-stricken areas, where millions face risks such as violence, malnutrition, and a lack of access to healthcare and education.
Child mortality rates are particularly high in conflict zones such as Gaza, Syria, Yemen, Ukraine, and Afghanistan. In these areas, ongoing crises severely limit access to essential healthcare services, putting children at extreme risk.
According to a report from the UN Human Rights Office, approximately 70% of confirmed casualties in Gaza over a six-month period were women and children, highlighting the disproportionate impact of conflict on vulnerable groups.
In Afghanistan, widespread poverty and economic crises have left millions of children without access to basic necessities such as food, education, and healthcare. The ongoing challenges underscore the urgent need for both national and international efforts to address the plight of children in crisis zones.
The global community must prioritize the protection and well-being of children, particularly those in vulnerable regions, by investing in healthcare, education, and food security programs. Coordinated action is essential to ensure every child has a chance to survive and thrive.
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