Drivers of stunting reduction in Senegal: a country case study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Senegal has been an exemplar country in the West African region, reducing child stunting prevalence by 17.9% from 1992 to 2017.

Objectives

In this study, we aimed to conduct a systematic in-depth assessment of factors at the national, community, household, and individual levels to determine the key enablers of Senegal's success in reducing stunting in children <5 y old between 1992/93 and 2017.

Methods

A mixed methods approach was implemented, comprising quantitative data analysis, a systematic literature review, creation of a timeline of nutrition-related programs, and qualitative interviews with national and regional stakeholders and mothers in communities. Demographic and Health Surveys and Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys were used to explore stunting

SUBMITTER: Brar S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7487429 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature