What are the Epidemiological Measures of Malnutrition?
In epidemiology, malnutrition is measured using various indicators. Prevalence and incidence rates are commonly used to understand the extent and occurrence of malnutrition within a population. Body Mass Index (BMI) is a standard measure for assessing overweight and obesity, whereas indicators such as weight-for-height, height-for-age, and weight-for-age are used to identify wasting, stunting, and underweight respectively in children.
