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Looking Bravely: Breastfeeding Education in Nepal

We recently spoke with Nisha Sharma, a specialist in child feeding in Nepal. Since joining Helen Keller Intl in 2010,

Child being measured to quickly determine if a patient is acutely malnourished.

Taking Action to Combat Hunger

In just three years, the ravages of COVID-19 reversed decades of progress in the fight against malnutrition. Compounded by the

Breaking the prevalence of poverty-related diseases in Cameroon

When Helen Keller health workers visited Biaback Guiliagne’s home in a rural Cameroon village, he was surprised at first, but

3 Things to be Optimistic about in 2023

Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence. Helen Keller Just like

“Binti to Binti” in Kenya helps mothers ensure the health of their children

Patience Pendo, a young mother of two expecting her third child, had a feeling that her pregnancy would pose difficulties.

3 Reasons to be Optimistic in 2022

“Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see the shadows.” Helen Keller The start of a year offers

Feeding the Future: Alleviating the Hunger Crisis [Photo Essay]

For millions of people across the globe, safety and assurance have disappeared. Helen Keller Intl partners with governments and community

The courage to imagine a life unencumbered by the burden of trachoma

For most of his life, Ibrahim had a hard time imagining his future. Unknown to him, Ibrahim was experiencing severe

Esther Njeri: Vitamin A Supplementation in Western Kenya

For years, Helen Keller has partnered with local caregivers in Kenya to provide vitamin A supplements to children. A superpower for children’s sight and health, Vitamin A is instrumental in developing clear vision and a healthy immune system. Among those working tirelessly to ensure children have access to good nutrition is Esther Njeri, a programs manager with Helen Keller.

A child receives drops of vitamin A in Cote d'Ivoire.

Micro but Mighty: How Vitamin A Saves Lives [Photo Essay]

Thanks to a global community of donors, millions of children receive life-saving vitamin A every year. Click through our photo essay to learn more about this mighty micronutrient and how we are helping to improve children’s health and well-being by increasing their vitamin A intake.

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