What is a primary goal of the IMCI initiative?

The primary goal of the IMCI initiative is to reduce child mortality and morbidity. This goal is essential because childhood illness accounts for a significant proportion of deaths in children under five years old, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. The IMCI strategy aims to provide comprehensive care that addresses the major causes of childhood illnesses through a coordinated approach, which includes promoting good nutrition, managing common childhood illnesses, and ensuring preventive measures such as vaccinations.

By focusing on reducing mortality and morbidity, the IMCI initiative aims to enhance child health outcomes, improve the quality of healthcare services, and ultimately contribute to the well-being of children and their families. This reduction is achieved through a combination of preventive and curative strategies that emphasize the importance of early detection and treatment of illnesses, thereby having a substantial impact on reducing the burden of disease in children.