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World Malaria Day 2018: A newborn and a mosquito net

In Chad, 27% of child deaths are caused by malaria, making it the leading cause of death among children under five. Malaria is also a high risk for pregnant women and can result in premature births and stillbirths.

Ending the wait for an HIV diagnosis on World Health Day 2018

Babies in the Democratic Republic of the Congo can wait months for HIV results, but new technology can give a result the same day, speeding up treatment, and saving lives.

Top seven Valentine’s Day charity gifts that can save lives

This Valentine’s Day, let’s stand together and spread the love – with gifts that can save lives. You can honour a special someone by giving the gifts of survival, shelter and hope to children in need.

Surviving Winter in Syria

Conflict has changed every part of Syria over the past six years, including winter. Any happy memories of snow filled streets and fields are now gone. Forced to flee their homes and live in camps and shelters offering little protection from the cold, winter is a real struggle for children in Syria. Freezing temperatures, snow and heavy rain will make life a struggle for children who have been forced from their homes.

Girl, uprooted

After violent conflict in South Sudan forced Nyajime’s family to uproot their lives, she became sick and so malnourished that she was unable to stand, walk or even smile. Here’s the story of her miraculous transformation into a healthy child, thanks to the love and care of many people—and a few simple, yet essential gifts.

Seven inspirational stories about mothers from around the world

Wherever they are, mothers will do anything for their children. At UNICEF, we witness it every day while we work to help children and their families survive and thrive. For Mother’s Day, be inspired by some of those short stories about mothers who do everything they can to keep their children safe, healthy and happy.

2017 Top 10 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas That Give Back

If you still don’t have an idea what to get for Mother’s Day but want to gift something truly unique, look no further.

Top five unique Valentine’s Day gifts that change lives

Spread love! This Valentine’s Day, show your loved ones you care by giving a gift that gives back to children and families who need it most. Here are our favourite picks for unique and affordable Valentine’s Day gifts that are sure to spread love at home and across the globe.

Saved in South Sudan: Nyajime’s remarkable recovery

Four-year-old Nyajime Guet was too weak to sit up on her own. Severely malnourished and near death in a medical clinic in Juba, South Sudan, she lay silently cradled in her father’s arms.

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