A healthy future for children and adolescents – Authors' reply

Issues related to prevention of disability and the needs for children with disabilities were specifically referred to in the first and third papers of our series.1,3 The core concept of Nurturing Care10 was developed to provide a framework for children to thrive, addressing their need for health care, nutrition, protection, opportunities for learning, and responsive relationships in a stable and nurturing home. The variability in the intensity and specificity of the interventions is dependent on the environmental or individual needs of children (appendix). [...]children in conflict zones, children who are displaced for various reasons, and children with disabilities often need additional and specialised support. REB serves on the Board of Directors of Vitamin Angels, a non-profit charitable organisation supporting maternal and child nutrition services in low-income and middle-income countries.