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Malnutrition

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Malnutrition in Children Crisis – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1297

The blog post highlights a critical rise in child malnutrition in Quetta, Pakistan, as reported by Action Against Hunger. With 29.1% of children under five facing Global Acute Malnutrition, urgent action is needed. The issue stems from interconnected causes like inadequate diets and poor healthcare, with long-term impacts on children’s development and national progress.
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Child Mortality Progress Slows Down – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1241

Asrar Qureshi’s blog post reveals that 4.9 million children under five died in 2024, mainly from preventable causes. While child mortality rates have improved significantly since 1990, progress is now slowing due to factors like inequality, conflict, and funding cuts. Urgent action and renewed commitment are essential to tackle this crisis.
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Gaps in Women’s Consumer Health Needs – Pakistan Perspective – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1206

This blog post highlights the significant gap in addressing women’s health needs in Pakistan, as detailed in a BCG report. Cultural norms and inadequate research hinder effective solutions. It advocates for tailored products, local research, affordability, and culturally sensitive messaging, emphasizing the societal and economic importance of fulfilling these health requirements.
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Life Expectancy and Pakistan – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1173

Pakistan’s average life expectancy is about 67 years, significantly lower than its regional peers. Contributing factors include weak healthcare infrastructure, a dual disease burden, and socioeconomic inequalities. To raise life expectancy to 75 by 2040, Pakistan must focus on improving healthcare access, prioritizing disease prevention, and addressing environmental factors.
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