Humla sends severely malnourished children to Jumla for treatment
Summary
Eleven severely malnourished children from Humla have been sent to Jumla's KAHS Teaching Hospital for specialized treatment due to lack of local facilities. The children are undergoing care at the Nutrition Rehabilitation Centre as part of a national nutrition assessment campaign.
Key Points
- Eleven children from Humla severely malnourished were referred to KAHS Teaching Hospital in Jumla due to lack of local treatment facilities.
- A national nutrition campaign identified severe malnutrition among children in Tanjakot Rural Municipality, Humla.
- Transport and care for affected children and their mothers were arranged by local health officials.
- Officials emphasize the urgent need to improve nutrition services and awareness in remote districts like Humla.
