Acute malnutrition among children in Haiti has seen a significant rise, from 5.1% in 2023 to 7.4% in 2026, according to preliminary results of a national nutrition survey. This situation is worsening in a context of persistent insecurity and economic difficulties, limiting families' access to adequate food. UNICEF emphasizes the urgency of acting to protect vulnerable children and calls for increased support for nutrition interventions.
Alarming Increase in Acute Malnutrition Among Children in Haiti
This article was updated at 11:15.