February Newswire

How children across Australia are affected by the bushfires

The impacts of Australia's bushfires reach far beyond the families fleeing their path. Noxious fumes and smoke have covered the country, and children are most vulnerable to those pollutants. It is a public health emergency, and no one yet knows the full extent of its impact.

Learn more from Quartz >>

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Newborns are still vulnerable -- even in 2020

Every day, about 400,000 babies are born, and they need protection. As the world's population continues to increase, trends in newborn mortality and health are clear: despite global health progress, babies are incredibly vulnerable during childbirth and in their first five years of life.

Listen to the story on NPR >>

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Refugees welcome: 42 U.S. governors show their support

In September, the White House issued an executive order in which state and local governments must give their consent for the resettlement of refugees within their state. Since then, 42 governors have affirmed their support and compassion for refugees.

See which states have welcomed refugees >>

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Seven premature babies: then and now

UNICEF followed seven babies from around the world who were born prematurely to show the positive impacts of healthcare and nutrition. These outcomes are thanks to loving parents, dedicated community health workers and the global health progress we all fight for.

Check out the photos in The Guardian >>

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Ask the candidates!

Call on the 2020 presidential candidates to put children first and declare a plan to prioritize children if elected.

Take action >>

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