February 6, 2017
Teresa lives with her family in Guatemala’s rural highlands. She is 19 months old and has malnutrition, which results from a diet that doesn’t contain enough nutrients and calories. Both of her parents work growing blackberries near their home. Unfortunately, they cannot afford the nutrient-rich diet Teresa needs.
Malnutrition can lead to stunted growth and a weakened immune system. If malnutrition is not corrected, it increases a child’s risk of chronic disease and delayed development.
Fortunately, malnutrition is very treatable. On February 9, Teresa will begin to receive growth monitoring and food supplements. Community health workers will teach her mother about creating a nutrient-rich diet with limited resources. The family needs $437 to fund this intervention.
Teresa’s mother says, “I am grateful and happy for the help being given to us.”
Teresa lives with her family in Guatemala’s rural highlands. She is 19 months old and has malnutrition, which results from a diet that doesn...
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August 21, 2017
Teresa received successful malnutrition treatment.
Since beginning treatment for malnutrition, Teresa has been growing bigger and getting healthier. Teresa’s mother says that she has seen how her daughter has changed, as Teresa now has a greater appetite. She has learned a great deal about how to feed her daughter a nutritious diet. With continued treatment, we are confident that Teresa will continue along this healthy trajectory.
Teresa’s mother says, “I am grateful for the supplements that my daughter is receiving. I can feed my daughter better now so that she can grow healthily.”
Since beginning treatment for malnutrition, Teresa has been growing bigger and getting healthier. Teresa’s mother says that she has seen how...
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