Prevalence of undernutrition and its associated factors among orphans aged 6-59 months in Nekemte town, Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Undernutrition is a leading cause of childhood mortality in low-income countries. Orphaned children are particularly vulnerable due to the absence of parental care and support, as well as factors such as infection and poor feeding practices. Undernutrition is often associated with developmental delays and recurrent infections. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of undernutrition and its associated factors among orphaned children aged 6-59 months in Nekemte town, Ethiopia.

Methods

This study employed a cross-sectional, community-based study collected data through interviewer-administered questionnaires and anthropometric measurements. A total of 373 orphans paired with caregivers were selected using a simple random sampling technique from first June to Ju

SUBMITTER: Etafa W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12614551 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature