What are the Strategies to Prevent and Address Stunted Growth?
Preventing and addressing stunted growth requires a multi-sectoral approach, involving interventions across various domains:
Nutrition Programs: Initiatives to improve dietary intake and nutrition education, including breastfeeding promotion and micronutrient supplementation. Healthcare Services: Ensuring access to quality healthcare, including maternal and child health services, immunizations, and treatment of infections. Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH): Improving sanitation facilities, promoting hygiene practices, and ensuring access to clean water. Education: Enhancing educational opportunities for women and girls, which can lead to improved health and nutrition outcomes for their children. Social Protection: Implementing social safety nets and economic support programs to alleviate poverty and improve food security.
