Assessment of the status of malnutrition and immunization coverage in under-five children attending Anganwadis

Authors

  • Mahima Singh
  • Prajwal Yadav
  • Rimsha Rehan
  • Shubhayu Roy Chowdhury
  • Varsha M Vaidya
  • Reshma S Patil
  • Karamchand H Patil

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32677/IJCH.2020.v07.i05.006

Keywords:

Anganwadis, Immunization coverage, Malnutrition, Nutrition, Under-five children

Abstract

Background: Malnutrition affects people worldwide. Immunization is the most cost-effective and accessible health investment which if taken efficiently can prevent a vast spectrum of diseases in children. Aim: The focus of this study is to assess the nutrition status and immunization coverage of children attending various Anganwadis. Materials and Methods: A study of immunization and nutrition status was held among 252 children under the age of 5, attending 30 Anganwadis in Western India. Results: This study showed that 27.12% of female and 38.94% of male children fell under malnutrition status, including both moderate and severe category. About 72% of children completed their vaccination schedule, as compared to 14% of children with incomplete immunization. The remaining 14% lacked complete records. Conclusion: Our study showed a smaller proportion of children under severe and moderate acute malnutrition compared to other settings. A few dietary modifications and counseling can give us a better future scenario.

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Published

2020-05-26

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How to Cite

Assessment of the status of malnutrition and immunization coverage in under-five children attending Anganwadis. (2020). Indian Journal of Child Health, 7(5), 216-219. https://doi.org/10.32677/IJCH.2020.v07.i05.006

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