The UNICEF says introducing antenatal multiple micronutrient supplements (MMS) will reduce maternal and infant mortality in Nigeria.
The United Nations Children’s Fund says the introduction of antenatal multiple micronutrient supplements for pregnant women will reduce maternal and infant mortality in Nigeria.
Pregnancy increases the daily requirement of several vitamins and minerals that will meet the nutritional needs of the developing fetus and other metabolic functions. Oyedokun said the MMS intervention was being sponsored by the Gates Foundation, adding that only five states in Nigeria, including Kano, are currently benefiting from the project.
He urged policymakers to hasten the release of funds for the procurement of MMS to reduce maternal and infant mortality.
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