WHO Report identifies Tobacco use as major factor in Global Child Stunting
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Tobacco use may significantly contribute to child stunting, reveals a recent WHO report. Despite parents’ best efforts to ensure proper nutrition and healthcare, exposure to tobacco smoke continues to undermine children’s development. Globally, nearly 150 million children under 5 are affected by stunting, and India remains among the countries with the highest burden. According to the National Family Health Survey (2019-21), 35.5% of Indian children under five are stunted, highlighting the scale of the problem at home.
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