Kenya
Research Article
Determinants of Malnutrition among Children Aged 6-59 Months in Trans-Mara East Sub-County, Narok County, Kenya
Author(s): Edward olodaru Ole Tankoi, Stephen Amolo Asito and Samson AdokaEdward olodaru Ole Tankoi, Stephen Amolo Asito and Samson Adoka
Malnutrition is associated with a lot of morbidity and more than one-third deaths in children under 5 years globally. A majority of those who suffer from the brunt of malnutrition are in developing countries. Of note Kenya is one of the countries with the greatest burden of malnutrition associated with rapid nutrition, economic and social transitions. However, there is a paucity of data on malnutrition and the factors related to it in children in rural settings. This study therefore examined the prevalence and predictors of malnutrition among children aged 6-59 months in Trans-Mara East sub-county in Narok county. The study employed a descriptive cross-sectional design and data was collected using a semi-structured questionnaire. Analysis was done using multivariate logistic regression. Of the 350 children enrolled in this study, 31%, 22% and 8% of the children were stunted, underweig.. Read More»
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