Objectives: To review and update existing micronutrient related guidelines to incorporate emerging issues and global recommendations. Methods: Formulation of a multi-sectoral working group with representation from public and private institutions; engagement of a consultant; analy...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2015/21293
Objectives: Anemia is a problem of public health significance in Uganda. In 2001, 71% of children under-five were anemic. In 2011, the prevalence of anemia had declined to 50% among children. This large decline in anemia prevalence has prompted questions of what factors have cont...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2015/20960
Objectives: The Government of Uganda has stepped up efforts in recent years to address malnutrition. As part of these efforts, in July 2013, Uganda shifted from a voluntary project-based model for food fortification to a public-private partnership mandatory program. This was mand...
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Research Article10.9734/EJNFS/2015/21085