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UN Reports Stalled Progress in Reducing Preventable Child Deaths

publication · 2026-03-21

The United Nations has reported that efforts to reduce child mortality have stalled, with 4.9 million children under five dying from preventable causes in 2024. This represents a significant slowdown compared to the substantial progress made since 2000. The findings highlight ongoing global health challenges despite previous improvements.

Key facts

  • UN reports stalled progress in reducing child mortality
  • 4.9 million children under five died from preventable causes in 2024
  • Significant progress was made since 2000
  • Current trend shows a slowdown in improvement
  • Findings highlight ongoing global health challenges

Entities

Institutions

  • United Nations

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