Challenges to the Physical Well-being of Palestinian Children
Following are some of the challenges being faced by Palestinian Children.
Poverty: According to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), 27% of children in Palestine live in poverty. The poverty rate is even higher in the Gaza Strip, where 40% of children live in poverty.
Poor nutrition: A study by the World Food Programme (WFP) found that up to 30% of Palestinian children suffer from chronic malnutrition.
Limited access to healthcare: A report by the Palestinian Ministry of Health found that only 60% of children in Palestine receive basic healthcare services.
Environmental hazards: A study by the Palestinian Ministry of Health found that up to 70% of children in Palestine are exposed to environmental hazards, such as air pollution and contaminated water.
Supporting the Physical Well-being of Palestinian Children
Providing access to healthcare: A report by the Palestinian Ministry of Health found that the provision of healthcare services for children increased by 50% from 2017 to 2018.
Improving nutrition: A study by the World Food Programme (WFP) found that providing access to nutritious food can improve the nutrition of children, with up to 60% of children showing improvements in their nutrition after receiving support.
Supporting families: A study by UNICEF found that providing support to families can improve the physical well-being of children, with up to 70% of children showing improvements in their health after receiving family support.
Addressing environmental hazards: A report by the Palestinian Ministry of Health found that addressing environmental hazards can improve the physical well-being of children, with up to 80% of children reporting improvements in their health after environmental hazards were addressed.
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