Children affected by the flood have received multivitamin supplements
On August 5, 2023, Ulaanbaatar city experienced heavy rainfall, resulting in widespread flooding in the 21st, 27th, and 29th districts of the Bayanzurkh district. In response to the flood, Save the Children has undertaken extensive humanitarian efforts to assist children and families affected by this natural disaster.
This initiative includes providing essential multivitamin supplements to over 200 children, coinciding with the onset of the seasonal flu and flu-like illnesses.
This vitaminization effort involves the distribution of two types of multivitamins based on the age groups of the children. For children aged 0-3, Save the Children is distributing a fortified multivitamin containing calcium, cod fish oil, turmeric, and strawberry juice. This formulation is designed to support healthy growth and strengthen immunity in these young children. Meanwhile, children aged 4-18 are receiving Swiss-made multivitamins enriched with vitamins A, E, C, B6, D3, Thiamin B1, Vitamin B12, Biotin, Iodine, and linseed oil. These supplements not only enhance cognitive abilities but also promote overall growth and development in older children.
Nomin Batsukh, a project officer in Save the Children’s Health Program, emphasized the importance of providing multivitamins to children as a means of reducing chronic and basic illnesses and minimizing complications from flu and flu-like diseases. She believes this assistance not only eases the financial burden on flood-affected families but also allows parents and caregivers to focus on other pressing matters.
In addition to the multivitamin distribution, Save the Children’s humanitarian project encompasses other vital aspects of support. School-aged children have been provided with school uniforms and sports shoes, while school and kindergarten children have received essential items such as bags, school supplies, and shoes. Home-schooled preschoolers have been equipped with a range of toys, storybooks, shoes, and disinfectants for their families. Furthermore, the organization has conducted “Psychological First Aid for Children” training sessions for child protection service providers and children themselves.
The funding for this commendable humanitarian aid project has been made possible through contributions from the “SEED” humanitarian fund of Save the Children International, as well as generous support from Save the Children Korea and Save the Children Japan.
