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• UNICEF releases report on children affected by HIV in Eastern Europe and Central Asia


• 'Mother-Baby Pack' helps prevent mother-to-child HIV transmission in Lesotho


• India's new untouchables: Children living with AIDS

• Free primary education: A steeping stone towards a better future for children in Liberia


• GHANA: 50 graduates of OIC receives start-up tools


• Trauma of Children Caring for HIV-Positive Parents


• LESOTHO: Theatre creates a safe space to communicate about HIV prevention

• Africa's Young 'Change Sex Habits and Lower HIV Rates'


• Lesotho child grants programme - a stepping stone for oprhans and other vulnerable children


• Will Obama Keep up the Fight on Global AIDS?

• UNICEF Executive Director visit to Zambia focuses on the impact of HIV and AIDS on children and young people


• Planned Parenthood Guide tells HIV-infected Youth to enjoy sex


• Nigeria - Ugly sides of Forced, Early Marriage


• Education key to fighting HIV pandemic, UNICEF chief stresses on visit to Lesotho

The fourth edition of  Facts For Life was released in the Kingdom of Lesotho on 7th April 2010. The publication which is a joint effort by UNICEF, WHO, UNESCO, UNFPA, UNDP, UNAIDS and the World Bank. The 2010 edition of Facts For Life is the result of a consultative process with partners and features the latest evidence and knowledge in the area of child health and well-being. It provides practical advice on pregnancy, childbirth, major childhood illnesses, child development, early learning, parenting, protection, care and support for children. The revised contains a new chapter on child protection that looks at how to keep children safe from violent and harmful behaviors and practices. In addition, the chapter on Safe Motherhood profiles dominant trends and positive practices in the area of newborn health. Facts for Life is now available online in English, French and Spanish in Word and PDF formats. Please click here for the same.

This video highlights the new campaign that has been launched in Lesotho to help prevent mother-to-child transmission of HIV.

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