Malnutrition prevalence and nutrition barriers in children under 5 years: a mixed methods study in Madagascar

Conclusions Malnutrition rates are alarming. Health and nutritional education to improve health literacy and address misconceptions, and improvement in social services, are warranted. A multilateral approach with involvement of health and social service agencies and non-governmental organizations to plan effective preventative strategies, along with broader national and transnational strategies are instrumental to address the fundamental causes of lack of access to proper nutrition.
Source: International Health - Category: Global & Universal Authors: Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research