Malnutrition among pregnant women in eastern Chad has reached an emergency level, according to a report by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). The organization noted that 21.2 percent of pregnant and breastfeeding women screened in Adré are acutely malnourished, highlighting a severe public health concern. The situation has worsened due to the increasing number of Sudanese refugees fleeing conflict, which has placed additional pressure on local resources.
MSF has been conducting nutritional assessments in the region, identifying acute malnutrition as a critical issue. The influx of refugees has strained food and water supplies, exacerbating existing challenges. Local authorities and humanitarian organizations are working to address the crisis, but the scale of the problem remains daunting.
The organization is urging for immediate international support to ensure adequate nutrition for vulnerable populations. Without urgent intervention, the health of both mothers and children could be severely impacted. MSF continues to monitor the situation and provide essential care to those in need.
