Maternal, child and adolescence health

Significant improvements have already been made to reduce the global burden of diseases among mothers, children and adolescents, but despite these advancements inequalities persist in the health and healthcare provision for these populations.

For examples, according to WHO, approx. 800 women die every day of preventable pregnancy- and childbirth-related causes. Communicable diseases continue to endanger children and adolescent, and emerging health threats such as antimicrobial resistance and extreme weather events are on the rise, especially in low-income groups. Recent estimates suggest that 1 billion children globally have no access to education or health services. To build on achievements to date, there is a need to build a roadmap to define and address the shortcomings in maternal, child and adolescent health. Our research provides significant insights into the challenges and opportunities in addressing maternal, child and adolescent health and well-being issues at global levels.

Maternal, child and adolescence health

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