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Ending malnutrition among Nigerians

Ending malnutrition among Nigerians

Malnutrition is fully here with us and remains a monster that needs to be combated fiercely without any fear any favour. It can be defined as a physical weakness caused by not eating enough food…

Nigeria’s malnutrition status unacceptable for nation not at war –Group

Nigeria’s malnutrition status unacceptable for nation not at war –Group

Disturbed over the high rate of malnutrition, especially Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM), the International Society for Media in Public Health (ISMPH) has said the rate is totally unacceptable for a country not confronted with a…

Bridging knowledge gap could tackle malnutrition

Bridging knowledge gap could tackle malnutrition

In view of the malnutrition burden in the country, experts have advocated for foodbased approach as one of the most costeffective ways to curb the scourge. They noted that the approach to tackle malnutrition should…

Malnutrition could limit growth, increase disease risks – Experts

Malnutrition could limit growth, increase disease risks – Experts

In order to address the high incidence of malnutrition in the country, especially the gap in the inadequate consumption of proteins, stakeholders have recommended the empowerment of women as a strategy to curb the menace.…

Jigawa in need of help to curb malnutrition

Jigawa in need of help to curb malnutrition

Data from the World Health Organisation (WHO) shows that Jigawa State has the worst nutrition indices in the country, resulting in the high prevalence of stunting and underweight children in the state. In this report,…