Around the world,the greatest health risk to children under the age of five,especially in low income families and nations is

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Being underweight is the greatest health risk to children under the age of five, especially in low income families and nations. Malnutrition impairs children's immune systems and makes them more likely to get sick and die from infectious diseases. Lack of immunizations and loss of both parents also contribute to child mortality, but being underweight is the underlying factor leading to such risks.

Around the World,the Greatest Health Risk to Children Under the Age