Prevalence and determinants of morbidity among under five children in rural area of Tamil Nadu
Journal Title: International Journal of Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Studies (IJIMS) - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 4
Abstract
The first few years of life are the most crucial period as this age is known for accelerated growth and development and any adverse influences during this period may result in severe limitations in their development which warrants regular monitoring. Objectives of the study were to find out the prevalence and pattern of morbidity among children in rural area and to assess the risk factors. A community based cross sectional study was conducted among 396 under five children residing in a rural area of Tiruchirappalli district of Tamil Nadu. Among the 396 children screened the prevalence of morbidity was 71%. Respiratory tract infection was the most common morbid condition. Female (78%) were more affected than males. Maternal illness, age of the mother during delivery, age, gender and nutritional status of the child has a significant bearing on the occurrence of disease among children.
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Roopak Visakan Raja, Rubini M S, Hemalatha K
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