Determinants of overweight with concurrent stunting among Ghanaian children

Abstract Background Malnutrition (undernutrition and overnutrition) is a major public health problem in Ghana –affecting growth and development of individuals and the nation. Stunting and overweight are of particular interest, as recent national surveys show a rising trend of overnutrition and stubb...

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Main Authors: Benedicta K. Atsu, Chris Guure, Amos K. Laar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-07-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12887-017-0928-3