In the country of Jordan, childhood diseases have been gaining more notice and assistance in preventing infant mortality and death of children under age 5. The country has increased efforts towards early childhood development and the influence of health care and immunizations by including a holistic approach and strategy (UNICEF).
One of the leading causes of death among young children is from Acute Respiratory Illness. Health officials changed the required immunization schedule for children by presenting a vaccine (BCG) starting at one month of age rather than at the age of entry to school as well as including the vaccine HIB (UNICEF). This effort has proven successful as studies have shown a reduction in cases of children with Acute Respiratory Illnesses (UNICEF).
Reference
UNICEF. Jordan:The Children, The Early Years. Retrieved May 25, 2012 from http://www.unicef.org/jordan/children.html
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