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One in 10 Afghan Infants Struggle with Acute Malnutrition, New Research Reveals

Save the Children reports that nearly 4 million Afghan children are acutely malnourished, with one in 10 infants and very young children suffering from severe acute malnutrition.

One in 10 Afghan Infants Struggle with Acute Malnutrition, New Research Reveals
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Save the Children has found that nearly 4 million Afghan children are acutely malnourished, with one in 10 infants and very young children suffering from severe malnutrition. The research reveals a worrying trend, with acute malnutrition on the rise in Afghanistan, particularly among vulnerable populations. This alarming development highlights the dire humanitarian crisis in the country, where millions of children are struggling to access basic necessities like food and healthcare. The charity is calling for urgent action to address this critical issue.

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