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UNICEF Warns of Gaza’s Nutritional Crisis
A recent nutritional study conducted by UNICEF in accessible areas of the Gaza Strip indicates that the nutritional situation there is complex, with alarming rates of stunting, chronic malnutrition, and maternal malnutrition. Additionally, diets are of poor quality, and unhealthy feeding practices are common among infants and young children. The stunting rate among children under five years old stands at 12.2%, while overweight prevalence has increased to 4.0%. The report also noted that 73% of children between 6 and 23 months old consumed unhealthy foods, and 37.1% suffered from diarrhea in the past two weeks. Maternal malnutrition remains a persistent issue. This situation occurs amid widespread suspension of supplementary nutrition programs prior to the ceasefire in October 2025, as access restrictions have led to a decline in these programs. Nonetheless, admissions for severe acute malnutrition treatment decreased from approximately 17,000 children in August 2025 to fewer than 3,000 in March 2026. UNICEF emphasizes the importance of maintaining aid to ensure the improvement of child nutrition and to protect them from further deterioration.
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