Lives of 18,000 babies, mothers at risk after Nepal quakes


  • Nation
  • Friday, 15 May 2015

PETALING JAYA: The lives of around 18,000 babies and mothers are at risk following the double earthquakes that hit Nepal in April and May, according to Unicef. 

Its representative to Nepal Tomoo Hozumi said there is a need to restore the key healthcare systems in the country, especially its maternity facilities, to prevent putting their lives at risk. 

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