Key insights from WHO's guideline on managing wasting and malnutrition in children under 5. Covers assessment, care for infants and mothers, and treatment strategies for different malnutrition levels

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Update on the strategies implemented by the Chief Directorate to combat acute malnutrition and high mortality rates among children under 5 in the Western Cape. The Sustainable Livelihoods Programme focuses on social inclusion and poverty alleviation through targeted feeding and access to government

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Understanding how to create and implement a nutritional care plan based on the MUST score, including strategies like Food First and Fortification, can help manage malnutrition effectively. This involves utilizing nutrient-dense foods, promoting wound healing, increasing muscle strength, and improvin

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Simplified approaches in the treatment of acute malnutrition involve modifications to existing protocols to optimize effectiveness, quality, and cost-efficiency. These approaches include family MUAC screening, CHW-led treatment, reduced follow-up visits, expanded admission criteria, single treatment

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Learn how to screen for malnutrition using tools like BMI calculation and weight loss assessment. Understand the steps to create a nutritional care plan based on MUST scores, including setting aims, implementing agreed plans, and monitoring progress. Gain insights into managing malnutrition risks an

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Malnutrition in children under 5, specifically acute malnutrition, is a pressing issue in the Western Cape. This presentation outlines the current strategies, multisector engagement, causes, and impacts of acute malnutrition. It delves into the classifications of malnutrition, including severe and m

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Understanding malnutrition is crucial for maintaining optimal health. Screening with the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST) is essential to identify individuals at risk. This tool involves assessing BMI, calculating weight loss scores, and determining overall malnutrition risk. Proper scre

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The ICAN E-Learning Training Package is designed to assist carers and staff caring for adult patients aged 18 and over in community settings with their nutritional care. The training covers topics such as national standards in nutrition, defining malnutrition, causes and consequences of malnutrition

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The nutrition situation in Gaza, Palestine is dire, with a significant proportion of the population experiencing food insecurity and malnutrition. A flash appeal highlights the urgent need for funding to support nutrition interventions, especially for vulnerable groups such as infants and pregnant w

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Addressing the nutritional challenges faced by women and children in Somalia, including high rates of anemia, inadequate breastfeeding practices, and malnutrition. Factors contributing to malnutrition such as poor diets, limited access to essential services, and gender inequalities are highlighted.

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Disabilities can arise at various stages of life, including prenatal, perinatal, infancy, early childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and old age. The causes of disabilities can be categorized into prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal factors. Prenatal causes include genetic deformities, maternal health

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Malnutrition is common in people living with HIV and TB, exacerbating immune suppression and disease progression. Good nutrition can strengthen the immune system, improve drug adherence, and manage symptoms, while poor nutrition weakens immunity and increases vulnerability to infections. Consequence

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Recognize and establish methodologies for calculating supply caseloads, consolidate practices for estimating caseloads in malnutrition treatment, and make informed decisions on data selection to identify target caseload in the case study country. Find relevant info, estimate caseloads for SAM and MA

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This content highlights the prevalence rates of acute malnutrition, severe acute malnutrition (SAM), moderate acute malnutrition (MAM), childhood stunting, acute malnutrition based on MUAC and edema, and acute malnutrition in pregnant and lactating women. The data is based on various criteria such a

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In this overview, discover the process of screening for malnutrition, including calculating BMI, assessing weight loss, and determining overall malnutrition risk. Explore how to create a nutritional care plan based on the MUST score and set appropriate nutritional aims for patients.

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Delve into the importance of malnutrition screening with the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST). Learn how to calculate BMI, assess weight loss, and determine overall malnutrition risk. Discover the key steps involved in using the MUST tool for effective patient care and management.

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Gender-based violence (GBV) and nutrition are interconnected, with GBV being a key driver of malnutrition. Integrating GBV into nutrition programs can improve response quality, mitigate malnutrition risks, and reach vulnerable populations effectively. This integration enhances the safety, accessibil

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Malnutrition remains a serious issue in India, with high rates of underweight, stunting, and wasting among children. The National Nutrition Policy emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to address the complexities of malnutrition. Despite some improvements, malnutrition continues to impact

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The Global Nutrition Report tracks progress and actions against global nutrition targets, aiming for a world free from malnutrition. Despite efforts, no country is on track to meet targets for adult obesity and anemia in women. The report highlights the coexistence of wasting, stunting, and overweig

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Lipedema reduction surgery in the US has shown positive outcomes in quality of life, pain relief, and weight loss, though complications can arise. Understanding the benefits and risks is essential for patients considering this procedure. Additionally, misdiagnosing lipedema as obesity can lead to is

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Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) is a serious nutritional disorder resulting from a deficiency of macronutrients, energy, and protein in the diet. This article explores the different types of PEM, focusing on clinical forms like Kwashiorkor, Marasmus, and Marasmic Kwashiorkor. Detailed descriptions

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Anganwadi workers play a crucial role in addressing child malnutrition, infant mortality, and lack of education in India. They operate under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme, providing essential healthcare, nutrition, and educational support to children aged 0-6 years. With a

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The UNICEF conceptual framework on the causes of malnutrition outlines the multidimensional factors contributing to malnutrition, categorized into immediate, underlying, and basic causes. Immediate causes include inadequate dietary intake and diseases, while underlying causes involve issues like ina

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Nutritional security is crucial for overall well-being, and this presentation explores the significant role of sugar fortification in improving micronutrient intake and combating malnutrition in SADC regions. Insights into the current status quo, strategies for enhancing micronutrient intake, and th

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Exploring the short-term and long-term impacts of malnutrition on mortality, morbidity, disability, cognitive development, health, and economic productivity. Investigating the underlying and immediate causes such as inadequate dietary intake, disease, household food insecurity, and inadequate food,

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This training course focuses on inpatient management of severe acute malnutrition, teaching procedures outlined in the national Community-Based Management of Severe Acute Malnutrition Guidelines. The training aims to reduce case fatality rates significantly and is designed for physicians, senior nur

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Acute malnutrition, particularly severe acute malnutrition (SAM), requires careful fluid management and a structured treatment approach involving stabilization, transition, and rehabilitation phases. This condition results from inadequate dietary intake or acute infections, leading to severe wasting

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Learn how to interpret malnutrition indices, classify types of malnutrition, recognize acute malnutrition, and grade oedema in this informative session. Explore key learning objectives, types of malnutrition, classification of acute malnutrition, and more. Enhance your knowledge to effectively asses

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Raising awareness on the risks of malnutrition and dehydration in adults, Dorset's Nutritional Care Strategy highlights the prevalence, causes, and consequences of unintentional weight loss. By shedding light on the alarming statistics and factors contributing to malnourishment, this initiative aims

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Maternal nutrition training session aims to educate health providers on the importance of maternal nutrition, causes and consequences of malnutrition, and strategies to break the malnutrition cycle. The training covers topics like defining maternal nutrition, understanding its significance throughou

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Malnutrition remains a critical issue in Uganda, with high rates of stunting, underweight, and micronutrient deficiencies among children and women. The National Development Plan aims to reduce poverty and improve health outcomes through strategies like increasing agricultural productivity and enhanc

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A study on malnutrition in an acute regional hospital setting highlighted a prevalence of 40%, with implications such as impaired wound healing and increased length of stay. Screening tools like the Malnutrition Screening Tool (MST) and Subjective Global Assessment (SGA) were used to assess patients

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Learn about malnourishment in children, including common types like Kwashiorkor and Marasmus, as well as the physiologic consequences and clinical assessments related to malnutrition. Discover key indicators such as weight-for-height, MUAC, and edema, along with micronutrient deficiencies and how th

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Explore the impact of crises on livelihoods and nutrition, understand malnutrition frameworks, participate in assessments, and identify crisis-appropriate interventions. Delve into basics of nutrition, malnutrition causes, measuring malnutrition, and nutrition programming in crisis contexts. The cou

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The I-CAN e-learning training package is designed to support carers and staff in community settings looking after adult patients aged 18 and over with their nutritional care. It covers topics such as national standards in nutrition, defining a balanced diet, causes and consequences of malnutrition,

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This session covers the different phases of nutritional treatment in pediatric malnutrition programs, focusing on objectives, specifics, and criteria for transitioning between phases. An illustrative case of Annika, a 3-year-old in the Transition Phase, is provided for practical application and unde

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Scaling up community-based management of acute malnutrition is vital for reaching vulnerable populations. DFID's efforts in countries like Malawi, India, and Ethiopia showcase unique strategies such as local production of RUTF, piloting CMAM in communities, and integrating CMAM into national nutriti

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Access to food and adequate nutrition is crucial during emergencies to prevent malnutrition-related mortality. Malnutrition results from consuming meals lacking essential nutrients, leading to health issues. Malnutrition in emergencies encompasses acute malnutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, and

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The Nutrition Impact & Positive Practices (NIPP) Project is a community-centered initiative aimed at preventing malnutrition, particularly focusing on women, infants, and young children. GOAL Global designed this project to reduce rates of acute and chronic malnutrition through behavior change inter

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Uganda is grappling with the high cost of malnutrition, leading to adverse impacts on health, productivity, and economic development. This collection of presentations emphasizes the urgent need for intervention to prevent further suffering and loss of life. The content highlights the benefits of add

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