What People are Saying about Child Survival Actress Jamie Lee Curtis Actress Jamie Lee Curtis: "Few mothers in this country realize how frequently children under 5 die in the developing world. Nine out of 10 mothers, for example, in sub-Saharan Africa are likely to lose a child during their lifetime. It doesn’t have to be this way. We can prevent this tragedy by ensuring that we do as much to protect mothers and children in poor countries as we do in rich countries."   Connecticut Senator Christopher Dodd Connecticut Senator Chris Dodd: "In 2000, the United States joined 188 countries in supporting eight Millennium Development Goals, including the reduction of child mortality rates by two-thirds by 2015.  I welcome Save the Children's new report that highlights the progress a number of the world's poorest countries are making in saving the lives of children under 5. Still, this year alone, more than 10 million children will die, most of them from easily treatable or preventable diseases.  While the United States has long been a leader in reducing global child mortality rates, we can and must do more. That is why I intend to introduce new legislation to expand US assistance to save the lives of newborn babies and children in the developing world. We must have no higher priority than protecting the health and lives of our children both at home and abroad." Minnesota Congresswoman Betty McCollum  Minnesota Congresswoman Betty McCollum: "We have the tools to save millions of young lives each year. What we need is the political will — from Congress, the President, and all the world's leaders. Preventing many newborn and child deaths requires only the basics we take for granted, such as antibiotics, vaccines and vitamins. My bill, the United States Commitment to Global Child Survival Act, will make America a leader in saving the lives of newborns, children and mothers across the globe. It will show the world that we are not only a military superpower, but a superpower and super-partner in saving children's lives." How You Can Help Donate Now - Your contribution to the Health Innovation Fund will help us save more lives with simple, affordable solutions. Take Action - Tell Congress to support the Global Child Survival Act and reaffirm our commitment to children's health around the world. Sign up for eNews - Stay informed about the work we do to help children in need around the world and in the United States.