It is the single largest cause of under 5 death worldwide (16%), more than Malaria, TB and HIV together - Globally 1 in 6 childhood deaths are due to pneumonia. In India, every year 1.5 lakh children under the age of 5 years die due to Pneumonia.

• Recognizing danger signs of pneumonia especially breathing pattern and seeking medical care quickly
• Follow routine immunizations for prevention of pneumonia
• Exclusive breastfeeding for first 6 months
• Safe drinking water, good sanitation and frequent hand washing with soap
• Good nutrition, especially for children over 6 months of age
• Improve indoor air quality and maintain cleanliness
• Consult a doctor at the earliest

India has the highest burden of childhood pneumonia in the world – a leading cause of morbidity and mortality of children under 5 years of age. Around 1.5 lakh children lose their life due to pneumonia and 30 million new cases are reported annually. Among children under-five years, pneumonia contributes to nearly a sixth (15%) of all deaths in India, with one child dying from pneumonia every four minutes. Creating awareness leading to reduction of under-five mortality due to Pneumonia is one of the prime goals of Philips.

• India ranks amongst the top 10 countries in terms of mortality and morbidity due to Childhood Pneumonia
• It is a communicable disease that can be easily prevented, diagnosed and treated
• It is grossly addressed, under diagnosed and under-funded in the global health community
• It is our contribution towards Sustainable Development Goal #3 and help reduce childhood mortality caused  by Childhood Pneumonia