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  World Immunization Week 2025: Check here the list of vaccines for children, as per their age

  Health | April 29, 2025 19:33 IST

  The theme for World Immunization Week 2025 is 'Immunization for All is Humanly Possible'. WHO says that vaccines are one of humanity's greatest achievements. Here's a list of vaccines for children that should be given as per their age, according to UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund).

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  UNICEF's revelation on Sudan: More than 200 children raped, sexual violence used as war tactic

  World | March 04, 2025 15:54 IST

  The security condition in Sudan has deteriorated after the war between the military and its rival paramilitary, Rapid Support Forces, broke out in 2021.

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  UNICEF internship 2025: Eligibility, stipend, and application process | Know all details

  Career | March 01, 2025 14:44 IST

  The UNICEF Internship 2025 offers students and graduates hands-on experience in the humanitarian sector. With stipends, financial support, and global opportunities, this program is ideal for those looking to start a career in international development.

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  WHO approves first Mpox vaccine for limited use in select countries

  World | September 13, 2024 21:07 IST

  The MVA-BN vaccine, administered in two doses four weeks apart, has shown up to 82% effectiveness. It will be particularly crucial for curbing mpox outbreaks in Africa.

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  UNICEF issues tender to secure Mpox vaccines amid outbreak in Africa, other nations

  World | September 01, 2024 13:47 IST

  UNICEF has issued an urgent tender to procure mpox vaccines in collaboration with global health partners to address the severe outbreak in Africa, and other nations. The tender focused on rapid distribution and equitable access to curb the virus's spread.

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  'An emotional day for me...', Kareena Kapoor on being appointed as UNICEF India National Ambassador

  May 04, 2024 19:45 IST

  Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor took to social media to express her gratitude as got appointed as the UNICEF India National Ambassador. Kareena Kapoor was last seen in The Crew. Scroll down to know more details.

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  12 African countries to receive first-ever doses of lifesaving malaria vaccine

  Health | July 07, 2023 14:51 IST

  A total of 18 million doses of malaria vaccines have been allocated to twelve different African countries including Ugana and Cameroon for the period of 2023-2025.

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  Pakistan floods: Over three million children at risk, says UNICEF

  World | September 01, 2022 8:07 IST

  Pakistan floods: The impact of the heavy monsoon rains, which began in mid-July 2022, is drastic, affecting 33 million people in 116 districts across the country, with 66 districts being hardest hit.

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  Amitabh Bachchan and UNICEF come together to spread awareness about vaccination. Watch

  Celebrities | April 27, 2022 16:04 IST

  UNICEF India and Amitabh Bachchan talked about the importance of vaccination and its protection against many deadly diseases, in a video. Also, Big B prayed for the long and healthy life of our people.   

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  UNICEF to keep its digital platforms shut on World Children's Day in solidarity with Afghan children

  World | November 20, 2021 11:23 IST

  Nov 20, marks the International Day of Children with several govts and organizations celebrating the day. But, this year, UNICEF Afghanistan has said that this day will not be celebrated in Afghanistan.

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  UNICEF concerned over 'grave child rights violations' in Afghanistan

  World | October 18, 2021 12:24 IST

  In a statement issued by the UNSC, the members of the Security Council expressed their deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims, and they wished a speedy and full recovery to those who were injured.

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  Unicef official warns of worsening situation in Afghanistan

  World | October 16, 2021 17:52 IST

  The already dire situation faced by Afghan civilians will get worse, and the humanitarian needs of children and women will increase over the coming months, a Unicef official said.

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  10 million Afghan kids in desperate need of humanitarian aid: UN

  Education | August 31, 2021 15:35 IST

  According to the UN, Unicef is appealing for about 200 million dollars to help about 10 million Afghan children who are in need of humanitarian aid. 

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  Vaccinate teachers, children to keep schools safe from Covid-19: WHO

  Education | August 30, 2021 17:08 IST

  WHO and Unicef directs all schools that are reopening to vaccinate teachers and students against Covid-19 to keep schools safe. 

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  Unicef asks not to abandon children in Afghanistan

  Education | August 30, 2021 16:31 IST

  Unicef appealed to the world to stand by the children of Afghanistan in these challenging times. 

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  Afghan children at greater risk than ever; may face severe acute malnutrition: UNICEF

  World | August 30, 2021 7:52 IST

  The children have been deprived of basic healthcare that can protect them against polio, tetanus, and other diseases.

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  UNICEF to provide India with 160 million syringes for vaccination against COVID-19

  India | August 26, 2021 21:21 IST

  Under the agreement, UNICEF India will procure re-use prevention (RUP) syringes from manufacturers across the world through a global tendering process. To maintain quality, only WHO pre-qualified manufacturers will be asked to participate in the tender.  

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  Around 10 million children across Afghanistan need humanitarian assistance: UNICEF

  World | August 24, 2021 7:57 IST

  Since January, the UN has documented over 2,000 grave violations of children's rights.

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  1bn kids live in extremely high-risk countries of climate impacts: Unicef

  Education | August 21, 2021 13:52 IST

  1 billion children, nearly half the world's 2.2 billion kids, live in 33 countries classified as "extremely high-risk" of the impacts of climate change.

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  UNICEF inks deal to supply of 220 million COVID vaccine doses to Africa

  World | July 09, 2021 10:12 IST

  Some 35 million doses are to be delivered by the end of 2021, Xinhua news agency quoted the Unicef as saying in a statement on Thursday.