UNICEF said that malnourished children do not typically perish from hunger. "In this situation, when children are weak, diarrhoea caused by bad water will kill," warned de Rooy. "Tens of thousands of children are extremely vulnerable to any further deterioration in their health and nutrition status," he said.
"Simply put, war hurts children the most," Bellamy said. "Children are the most vulnerable, physically and emotionally. Whatever else we feel about war, we have to recognize this fact. It's just as true in this region as it is in Afghanistan, Sudan, Colombia, and dozens of other countries in conflict. The real issue is what we do to protect children in times of war."
Background Facts
High Protein Biscuits contain protein, calories and micronutrients and have proved to be highly effective in saving lives in emergencies around the world. They require no water or preparation, and thus can be transported easily and consumed safely in any setting. The biscuits have previously been used successfully in Iraq.
Therapeutic Milk is used for the treatment and rehabilitation of severely malnourished children, who also frequently suffer from associated conditions such as chronic diarrhoea - usually the result of unclean water.
"Simply put, war hurts children the most," Bellamy said. "Children are the most vulnerable, physically and emotionally. Whatever else we feel about war, we have to recognize this fact. It's just as true in this region as it is in Afghanistan, Sudan, Colombia, and dozens of other countries in conflict. The real issue is what we do to protect children in times of war."
Background Facts
High Protein Biscuits contain protein, calories and micronutrients and have proved to be highly effective in saving lives in emergencies around the world. They require no water or preparation, and thus can be transported easily and consumed safely in any setting. The biscuits have previously been used successfully in Iraq.
Therapeutic Milk is used for the treatment and rehabilitation of severely malnourished children, who also frequently suffer from associated conditions such as chronic diarrhoea - usually the result of unclean water.