Child Deaths

Air pollution biggest threat for children, 6 lakh died in 2016 by inhaling polluted air, says WHO report

In its report on air pollution and child health, the WHO examines the heavy price that children have to pay due to pollution both inside and outside the homes.

Oct 30, 2018, 10:25 AM IST

6 lakh newborns die within 28 days of birth in India each year: UNICEF

The first 28 days of life – the neonatal period – are the most vulnerable time for a child's survival.

Feb 20, 2018, 11:10 AM IST

Decline in maternal, child mortality rate: Govt

India has demonstrated a reduction in key health indicators like maternal mortality rate, which declined much faster as compared to global rate, the government said today.

Nov 25, 2016, 18:50 PM IST

UN blacklists Saudi Arabia-led coalition over child deaths in Yemen

The Saudi-led coalition is reportedly responsible for 60 percent of the total 785 children who were killed and 1,168 wounded last year in Yemen.

Jun 03, 2016, 06:45 AM IST

New antibiotic jab may treat whooping cough

 Researchers have developed two new antibodies that may treat or prevent whooping cough, the highly contagious respiratory tract infection that results in an estimated 200,000 child deaths every year.

Dec 03, 2015, 21:20 PM IST