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Stunting and school performance among day primary school children aged 6-13 years in Mukono District
(Makerere University, 2013)
Stunting is among the leading causes of death in children under five years in Sub-Saharan Africa. However little is known about stunting in children over five years of age.
Lack of meals in schools has been cited as one ...
The prevalence and factors associated with stunting and wasting in children aged 6-10 years in Kiyeyi target area - Tororo district.
(2002-06)
INTRODUCTION:
In Uganda, the prevalence of stunting and wasting among the under fives is well documented (UDHS 1988 / 89, 1995, 2000). It is assumed that during the school age period children usually catch up in growth. ...
Prevalence and factors associated with stunting and wasting among children aged 6-59 months living along Lake Victoria landing sites in Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2015-04)
Background: Malnutrition is among the leading causes of death in children less than five years of age in sub-Saharan Africa. Uganda is one of the sub-Saharan African countries with the highest number of malnourished children. ...