The prevalence and associated factors of undernutrition among under-five children in South Sudan using the standardized monitoring and assessment of relief and transitions (SMART) methodology

The prevalence and associated factors of undernutrition among under-five children in South Sudan using the standardized monitoring and assessment of relief and transitions (SMART) methodology

Abstract Background Conflict regions bear the heaviest brunt of food insecurity and undernutrition. South Sudan is one of the fragile countries following years of conflict that led to large displacements. Moderate to severe undernutrition among under-five children has been associated with elevated m...

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Main Authors: Jackline Kiarie, Sarah Karanja, Julius Busiri, Diana Mukami, Colleta Kiilu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-05-01
Series:BMC Nutrition
Subjects:
Child Undernutrition
Wasting
Underweight
Stunting
Food insecurity
Conflict regions
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40795-021-00425-3

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s40795-021-00425-3

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