Child Health
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HHS Awards $225 Million for Head Start Child Health Initiatives
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has just allocated over $225 million to Head Start programs, aiming to impact the health of up to 236,000 children. Federal funding provides a
Humanitarian groups address Gaza's child malnutrition crisis
In Gaza City, malnutrition levels among children under five have quadrupled in just two months, now affecting 16.
USDA Sets New Nutrition Standards for K-12 School Meals
In October 2025, U.S. school districts served nearly 75 million breakfasts and lunches. Yet, only 12 jurisdictions (24%) fully align with federal health recommendations for these meals, reports the Ce
Schools Must Integrate Lifestyle Education Now to Combat Screen-Time Health Crises.
Physical health problems, including escalating rates of obesity, and mental health issues among children are not merely rising; they approach crisis levels, demanding an urgent re-evaluation of how so
Micronutrient Deficiencies: Global Impact and Health Challenges
Globally, over half of children under five years old are micronutrient deficient in at least one of iron, zinc, and vitamin A, according to Our World in Data .