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This research paper discusses the state of undernutrition in Pakistan, its causes, and potential interventions. It also analyzes the political context and the impact of decentralization on nutrition policies. It is based on the 2011 National Nutrition Survey and other recent events.
What's inside
- Introduction to undernutrition in Pakistan
- Impact of recent events on nutrition policies
- Nutrition status and its correlates
- Assessment of interventions
- Analysis of the political context
Who it is for: Students and researchers of public health, nutrition, and policy in Pakistan. (Postgraduate)
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Summary
Undernutrition in Pakistan is discussed. Students learn about its causes, interventions and the political context.
Pakistan's nutrition status
Pakistan's nutrition status is described. The relationship between income poverty and stunting is explained. The National Nutrition Survey 2011 is compared with the 2001 survey.
Interventions to combat undernutrition
Interventions to combat undernutrition are assessed. The Tawana Pakistan Program is evaluated. Nutrition outcomes and cognitive achievement outcomes are considered.
Political context of nutrition
The political context of nutrition in Pakistan is analysed. The implications of post-devolution vertical coordination challenges are discussed. The governance analysis of four provinces is highlighted.
Key terms
- Stunting
- A measure of chronic undernutrition in children.
- National Nutrition Survey
- A survey conducted to gather information on nutrition and micronutrient indicators.
- Decentralization
- The transfer of health services to the provinces.
- Demographic dividend
- The economic growth potential from a young and growing workforce.
- Tawana Pakistan Program
- A government program to improve the nutritional status and school attendance of primary school girls.
Questions this document helps with
- What are the main causes of undernutrition in Pakistan?
- How does the political context affect nutrition interventions?
- What are the key findings of the National Nutrition Survey 2011?
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