Concurrent coverage and determinants of vitamin A supplementation and deworming among children aged 12-59 months in 15 Sub-Saharan African countries.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Vitamin A supplementation (VAS) and deworming (DW) are proven, cost-effective interventions that protect children against preventable morbidity, mortality, and the burden of micronutrient deficiencies and parasitic infections. Nevertheless, many children fail to receive both interventions simultaneously, limiting the potential health gains. Assessing co-coverage and its determinants is crucial for guiding integrated child health strategies and closing persistent gaps across Sub-Saharan Africa.

Methods

We analyzed DHS data from 15 Sub-Saharan African countries, including 107,725 children aged 12-59 months. The primary outcome was co-coverage of vitamin A supplementation and deworming within six months. Weighted descriptive statistics and mixed-effects logistic regr

SUBMITTER: Yewodiaw TK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12806840 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature