Predictors of undernutrition among the elderly in Sodo zuriya district Wolaita zone, Ethiopia

Predictors of undernutrition among the elderly in Sodo zuriya district Wolaita zone, Ethiopia

Abstract Background In any society, the elderly are among the vulnerable and high risk groups with regard to health status. In persons over the age of 60 years, nutrition is among the important determinants of health. However, undernutrition among the elderly is often under diagnosed and/or neglecte...

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Main Authors: Kidest Wondiye, Netsanet Abera Asseffa, Tsegaye Demisse Gemebo, Feleke Hailemichael Astawesegn
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-11-01
Series:BMC Nutrition
Subjects:
Elderly
Undernutrition
Associated factors
Southern Ethiopia
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40795-019-0320-9

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