Journal of Nutritional Disorders & Therapy

Lucy Bilkha

Publications

• Research Article
  Nutritional Status and Risk Factors of Malnutrition among 0-24 Months Old Children Living in Mezam Division, North West Region, Cameroon
  Author(s): Ngondi Judith Laure, M’bobda Momdjo Christelle, Lucy Bilkha, Mbouobda Hermann Desire and Oben JuliusNgondi Judith Laure, M’bobda Momdjo Christelle, Lucy Bilkha, Mbouobda Hermann Desire and Oben Julius
  
  Introduction: Childhood malnutrition especially under nutrition is one of the most frequent causes of child morbidity and mortality. The consequences of malnutrition are more apparent in adulthood; it results in poor physical development and diminished cognitive abilities. Objective: To evaluate the nutritional status of supposedly healthy children aged 0 to 2 years old, attending vaccination clinics in Mezam division, North West Region, Cameroon. Methods: It was a descriptive survey using structured questionnaires, which covered socioeconomic and demographic information, breastfeeding practices, socio-cultural and economic factors and anthropometric data. Anthropometric measurements were taken (weight, height, head circumference). The total number of children was 990 (561 girls and 429 boys) all from diverse ethn.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2161-0509.1000150

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