UN: Millions of children stunted Nov 20, 2009
"Those who survive undernutrition often suffer poorer physical health throughout their lives, and damaged cognitive abilities that limit their capacity to learn and earn a decent income," said UNICEF Executive Director Ann M. Veneman. "More than one-third of children who die from pneumonia, diarrhea and other illnesses could have survived had they not been undernourished.". (CNN -- International)
Helping children is "the only thing to do" for future Nov 20, 2009
(R to L) Ann M. Veneman, executive director of the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF), UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and actor Lucy Liu and Grace Akallo, former child soldier from Uganda, show "The State of the World's Children" reports to the media during a news conference at the UNICEF headquarters in New York Nov. 19, 2009. The UNICEF on Thursday launched a special edition issue of the agency's flagship "The State of the World's Children" report, which focuses on the ground-breaking human rights... (Xinhuanet, China)
UN: 200 million kids have stunted growth Nov 12, 2009
"Unless attention is paid to addressing the causes of child and maternal undernutrition today, the costs will be considerably higher tomorrow," said UNICEF executive director Ann M. Veneman in a statement. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Health)
Mali: Unicef Focuses on Child Health, Climate Change Nov 11, 2009
Ann M. Veneman, Executive Director of UNICEF, discussed child health and climate change with President Amadou Toumani Toure and other officials in the landlocked country, where over half the population lives below the poverty line. "One in five children in Mali do not survive to see their fifth birthday. Most of these children are dying from preventable diseases like pneumonia, diarrhoea and malaria, often exacerbated by under nutrition. In Mali, 32 per cent of children under 5 years old are... (allAfrica.com)
Broken blossoms in need of TLC Nov 9, 2009
"Handicapped children should be entitled to the rights of adequate health care and quality education and be protected from mistreatment and exploitation," Ann M. Veneman, Executive Director of UNICEF, declared. Editor: Xiong Tong. (Xinhuanet, China)
Worldwide Vaccine Availability Reaches All-Time High Oct 23, 2009
"Such progress must inspire new efforts to immunize children around the globe against life-threatening diseases," UNICEF executive director Ann M. Veneman, said in a news release. Along with the good news, the "State of the World's Vaccines and Immunization" report also said rich nations need to contribute more to eliminate an annual $1 billion funding gap that leaves about 24 million children at risk, particularly in the poorest nations and communities. (MEDLINEplus)
Actor Bloom is UN ambassador Oct 13, 2009
Unicef's executive director, Ann M. Veneman, said the work of high-profile goodwill ambassadors helped "to build momentum to improve the lives of children around the world". She added: "We are proud to have Orlando Bloom as one of the strong voices for vulnerable children.". (BBC News -- UK)
India still accounts for 21% deaths of under-five kids Sep 12, 2009
India still accounts for 21% of under-five deaths - India - NEWS - The Times of India. India still accounts for 21% of under-five deaths. (India Times, India)
UNICEF: Global child mortality continues to drop Sep 11, 2009
"Compared to 1990, 10,000 fewer children are dying every day," said UNICEF Executive Director Ann M. Veneman. "While progress is being made, it is unacceptable that each year 8.8 million children die before their fifth birthday.". (Ghana Web, Ghana)
UNICEF: Number of deaths of children under 5 continues to drop Sep 11, 2009
UNICEF Executive Director Ann M. Veneman noted that compared to1990, some 10,000 fewer children are dying every day. "While progress is being made, it is unacceptable that each year 8.8 million children die before their fifth birthday," she added. (Xinhuanet, China)
Congo-Kinshasa: Children's Agency Spotlights Sexual Violence Aug 30, 2009
During a visit to Bukavu in the province of South Kivu, Executive Director Ann M. Veneman visited with patients and staff at the Panzi Hospital, which specializes in treating victims of sexual violence, the agency said in a news release. At least 200,000 cases of sexual violence has been recorded in eastern DRC since 1996, according to a recent report by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, who earlier this month called on the Security Council to set up an independent commission of inquiry into such... (allAfrica.com)
Congo-Kinshasa: Country Receives Boost for Health, Education Aug 26, 2009
"Women and children are the most affected by poverty," UNICEF Executive Director Ann M. Veneman said in the capital, Brazzaville, today. One in eight children die before they turn five, largely from preventable causes, she said, adding that the country also has one of the highest rates of maternal mortality in the region. (allAfrica.com)
Breastfeeding a crucial priority for child survival in emergencies Aug 2, 2009
"Breast milk offers an excellent source of nutrition for infants and, especially where clean water is lacking, helps keep young children safe from dangerous water-borne illnesses like diarrhoea," said UNICEF Executive Director Ann M. Veneman. Debunking mythsThere are many myths surrounding breastfeeding during a crisis: that mothers under stress or suffering from malnutrition are unable to breastfeed, for example, or that women who have stopped lactating cannot begin again. (AlertNet)
Africa: Countries Made Impressive Gains in Child Survival, Says Unicef Jun 17, 2009
"There are signs of progress across the continent and these successes must be built upon," UNICEF Executive Director Ann M. Veneman said on the occasion of the Day, the theme of which this year is "Africa Fit for Children: A Call for Accelerated Action Towards Child Survival.". These include a "remarkable" 89 per cent drop in measles deaths in sub-Saharan Africa between 2000 and 2007, through concerted efforts by governments and international partners to boost immunization, as well as a... (allAfrica.com)
Palestinian PM steps aside for unity Mar 8, 2009
Palestinian Prime Minister Salam Fayyad listens during a meeting with United Nations Children's Fund Executive Director Ann M. Veneman, not pictured, after tendering his resignation to President Mahmoud Abbas in the West Bank city of Ramallah. RAMALLAH, West Bank - The Western-backed Palestinian prime minister submitted his resignation Saturday, improving the odds of a possible unity government of Fatah moderates and Hamas militants, followed by new Palestinian elections. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Worldwide Measles Deaths Drop Dramatically Feb 7, 2009
Ann M. Veneman, executive director of UNICEF, said during the teleconference that child deaths for those under age 5 around the world have dropped to 9. 2 million. (MEDLINEplus)
