Category: Vulnerable populations

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly half of all deaths among children under five are linked to undernutrition. Beyond childhood, several other demographics are especially susceptible, raising the critical question: what group is most at risk for inadequate nutrition?

Globally, nearly half of all deaths among children under five years old are linked to undernutrition. This devastating statistic underscores a critical truth: while malnutrition can affect anyone, certain demographic groups are disproportionately vulnerable due to a combination of physiological needs, socioeconomic disparities, and environmental challenges.