Addressing Child Malnutrition: A Call to Action

This chapter explores the urgent issue of severe acute malnutrition in children, focusing on the conditions of 'wasting' in Africa as highlighted by UNICEF. It discusses the critical need for funding and local production of therapeutic foods, such as Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Foods (RUTFs), to combat this crisis. The conversation highlights the complex interplay between nutrition, healthcare protocols, and societal issues like poverty and women's empowerment, advocating for immediate interventions alongside systemic changes.