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The Australian Development Gateway (ADG) strives to support members of the development community in their efforts to reduce poverty and enhance sustainable development in the Asia Pacific region. The site has been created with participation from members of government, private, academia and non-government organisations. User feedback mechanisms have been incorporated to guide future directions of the site. The site is optimised for low bandwidth access to enable the widest participation throughout the Asia Pacific region.

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Nutrition

Facts for Life: nutrition and growth

Based on the latest scientific findings, as established by medical experts around the world, this Facts for Life series focuses on nutrition and growth, particularly important given that more than half of all child deaths are associated with malnutrition, which weakens the body's resistance to illness.

The Facts for Life series is based on the latest scientific findings, as established by medical experts around the world. These facts are targeted at parents and caregivers, including older siblings and other family members, and are presented in non-technical language with versions in French and Spanish.

 

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