IMCI
IMCI stands for Integrated Management of Childhood Illness. It is a strategy developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF aimed at reducing child mortality and morbidity. The core principle of IMCI is to provide a comprehensive approach to child health that addresses the major causes of death in children under five, such as pneumonia, diarrhea, malaria, malnutrition, and measles.
IMCI focuses on training healthcare workers, particularly those at primary healthcare facilities, to effectively diagnose and
The strategy also extends beyond clinical care to include preventative measures such as immunization, nutrition counseling,