Title: New plans to save children in hard times

POPLINE Document Number: 266691

Author(s):

Cornia GA

Source citation:

Populi, 1983;10(3):54-62.

Abstract:

The group of low-cost programs that have been developed by UNICEF to assist governments of developing countries in reducing infant and child mortality despite financial constraints is described. Such programs include growth monitoring, oral rehydration, breast-feeding, immunization, child-spacing services, food supplements, health education, water and sanitation, and female education. (ANNOTATION)

Keywords:

Developing Countries
Infant Mortality
Child Mortality
Mortality
Health Services
Child Health Services
UNICEF
Population Dynamics
Demographic Factors
Population
Delivery of Health Care
Health
Maternal-Child Health Services
Primary Health Care
UN
International Agencies
Organizations