What is it about?
"Why Some Coastal Madurese Kids Are Malnourished: Cultural Factors Matter. We studied why some coastal Madurese children face malnutrition due to how they're fed. Our research focused on 24 mothers in 11 villages. Cultural factors, like beliefs and lifestyle, were the key influencers, rather than education or norms. To improve nutrition, tailored health education is vital."
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Why is it important?
"Our study stands out for spotlighting the role of Madurese cultural values, like beliefs and lifestyle, in child malnutrition along the coast. This is timely and valuable because it informs targeted health education strategies, which can genuinely impact child nutrition in similar cultural contexts."
Perspectives
This study highlights the significance of cultural factors in childhood malnutrition among coastal Madurese communities. It emphasizes the importance of tailored health education to address this issue effectively. Considering cultural nuances is key to improving children's health in these communities and beyond.
Mr Ferry Efendi
Universitas Airlangga
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This page is a summary of: Factors Influencing the Feeding Pattern of Under-Five Children in Coastal Areas, IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science, May 2019, Institute of Physics Publishing,
DOI: 10.1088/1755-1315/246/1/012008.
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