With 15 essential vitamins and minerals, the WHO/UNICEF formulation of multiple micronutrient supplements (known as UNIMMAP MMS), helps mothers, children, and communities not just survive, but thrive.
The evidence is clear, and so is the need. Now through 2030, it is estimated that more than 130 million women will need MMS annually. That number will continue to grow, as more countries around the globe introduce and scale up MMS in their antenatal care systems.
UN organizations, philanthropies, foundations, and implementing partners are working together with country governments to support with supply, research, investments, and programming to make MMS available and accessible to pregnant women.
Further with 15 is a new narrative to support advocates, donors, and policymakers with messaging and materials to provide knowledge and inspire confidence, guiding them to take action on MMS so that women and babies everywhere can live better, healthier lives. Learn more about the narrative here.
The global movement to improve maternal and newborn health has begun. View Further with 15 messaging, resources, and tools below.
MMS is driving breakthroughs in health and development for women and babies, communities, and countries.
MMS lowers the risks for pregnant women, especially women with anemia, and improves newborn health and development. It goes beyond that – sparking economic gains of up to $37 for every $1 invested.
To date, 30+ countries are introducing MMS in their health care systems. At least 50 countries are interested or actively considering introduction.
