Study On Prevalence And Determinants Of Malnutrition Among Anganwadi Children Of Nagavi Primary Health Centre Area, Gadag.

Kotabal, Rajashree; Dasar, Pralhad L

doi:10.26727/njrcm.2018.7.1.32-35

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“…[ 16 ] In our study, mother's education was significantly associated with underweight and wasting, which was identical to other studies[ 17 19 20 ] and in contrast with a few other studies. [ 18 21 ] In this study, stunting was not associated with the education of mother, which is similar to studies done in other parts of India[ 15 21 22 ] and disagrees with few studies done. [ 17 19 20 ] In this study, the family type was associated with stunting and underweight in agreement with studies conducted in Mumbai[ 17 ] and contrary to studies.…”

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Assessment of nutritional status of children between 6 months and 6 years of age in Anganwadi centers of an urban area in Tumkur, Karnataka, India

Das¹,

Prakash²,

Krishna³

et al. 2020

Indian J Community Med

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Objectives: Nutritional status is the sensitive indicator of a child's health, and they constitute the most vulnerable segment of any community. Undernutrition causes a great deal of physical, mental, and emotional suffering. Anganwadi is a part of the Integrated Child Development Services program started to combat child hunger and child malnutrition. This study was undertaken to assess the nutritional status of the children (6 months–6 years) in Anganwadis and determine the sociodemographic factors associated with malnutrition and to assess their dietary intake. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was undertaken among 580 children in Anganwadis in the urban field practice area of a Medical college in Tumkur. Results: In this study, the overall prevalence of underweight, stunting, and wasting was found to be 34.14%, 45.52%, and 35.52%, respectively. Age, socioeconomic status, immunization status, religion, and mother's education was associated with undernutrition. The deficient intake of calorie and protein was seen in 90% and 64.8% of the study participants. Conclusion: The present study showed that there is still a high prevalence of undernutrition among the Anganwadi children aged 6–72 months. Socioeconomic factors have a significant role in child nutrition, which manifests itself as poor development.

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“…[ 14 ] In the study, 45.52% of children were stunted, 35.52% were wasted, and 34.14% were underweight. In studies in Gadag[ 15 ] and Mangalore[ 10 ] stunting varied from 35% to 55%, underweight varied from 24% to 60%, and wasting varied from 11% to 60%.…”

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Assessment of nutritional status of children between 6 months and 6 years of age in Anganwadi centers of an urban area in Tumkur, Karnataka, India

Das¹,

Prakash²,

Krishna³

et al. 2020

Indian J Community Med

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“…in their study found the prevalence of stunting, underweight, and wasting to be 45.52%, 34.14%, and 35.52%, respectively. [ 10 ] Studies from Gadag[ 17 ] and Mangalore[ 18 ] also reported the prevalence of stunting ranged from 35% to 55%, underweight ranged from 24% to 60%, and wasting ranged from 11% to 60%. A study by Bhavsar reported 59.8% of children suffered from malnutrition.…”

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A cross-sectional study of anthropometry and immunization coverage of Anganwadi children in a rural area of Karnataka

Debata,

Ranganath,

Priya

et al. 2023

Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care

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Background: Children are a supreme asset to a nation. Beginning six years of life is pivotal for the social, emotional, cognitive, physical, motor, and psychological upbringing of the child. National Family Health Survey (NFHS) 5 data shows 41.9% of children die before the age of five years, with greater mortality in the rural areas (45.7%). The present study was conducted to assess the anthropometric profile and immunization status of children in Anganwadi centers. Materials and Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in 21 Anganwadi centers in a rural area in South India. The anthropometry (height, weight, mid-upper arm circumference), morbidity profile, and immunization status of the enrolled and available children were assessed with the help of WHO growth charts, Salter scale, clinical examination, immunization cards, and data from Anganwadi registers. Statistical analysis: Data were compiled and analyzed using SPSS software version 20. Descriptive data were interpreted as mean and percentages and associations were tested with the Chi-square test, and Fisher’s exact test. A P value of <0.05 was considered to be statistically significant. Results: Around 400 children, aged 0-6 years, participated in the study. The mean age of the study population was 42.08 ± 12.55 months. The overall prevalence of underweight, stunting, and wasting was 52%, 54%, and 47.5% respectively. The most common morbidity was upper respiratory tract infection (11.5%). A majority (97.5%) of children were found to be immunized appropriately as per age. Conclusion: The prevalence of malnutrition was alarmingly high which warrants urgent referral and follow-up. The ICDS services, although substantially beneficial, need focal strengthening with regard to the nutritional status of enrolled children.

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Study On Prevalence And Determinants Of Malnutrition Among Anganwadi Children Of Nagavi Primary Health Centre Area, Gadag.

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Assessment of nutritional status of children between 6 months and 6 years of age in Anganwadi centers of an urban area in Tumkur, Karnataka, India

Assessment of nutritional status of children between 6 months and 6 years of age in Anganwadi centers of an urban area in Tumkur, Karnataka, India

A cross-sectional study of anthropometry and immunization coverage of Anganwadi children in a rural area of Karnataka

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