Archive for September, 2008

Over 70% of child deaths due to diarrhea are concentrated in just 15 countries

Tuesday, September 30th, 2008

According to a new study published by the World Health Organization, global deaths from diarrhea of children aged less than 5 years were estimated at 1.9 million.  Over 70% of these deaths are concentrated in just 15 countries, including India, Bangladesh and Ethiopia, three out of the four countries where Water 1st works.

For the full report, click here.