This study evaluates the impact of Community Health and Nutrition Volunteers (CHNVs) on improving infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices among mothers in the Hajjah governorate of Yemen. Conducted between January and April 2023, the research involved interviews with 926 mothers in two districts, comparing those in villages with CHNVs to those without. The results … [Read more...] about The potential effectiveness of community health and nutrition volunteers on mothers’ infant and young children feeding knowledge and practice in remote areas, Hajjah, Yemen
Nutrition
Integration of nutrition support using the FIGO nutrition checklist in the Bukhali trial: a dietitian’s perspective
The Bukhali trial in Soweto, South Africa, is working with young women (18-28 years) to tackle obesity and micronutrient deficiencies, which affect health during pregnancy and can impact future generations. The program includes a dietitian who works with community health workers to offer nutritional support using the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) … [Read more...] about Integration of nutrition support using the FIGO nutrition checklist in the Bukhali trial: a dietitian’s perspective
The role of community health and nutrition volunteers in improving the health and nutrition status of infant and young children in remote areas, Hajjah, Yemen
In Yemen, this study assessed the impact of Community Health and Nutrition Volunteers (CHNVs) on children's health in remote villages. The study compared villages with CHNVs to those without, focusing on vaccination rates, illness, and nutrition among infants and young children. The findings showed that children in villages with CHNVs were more likely to be vaccinated and had … [Read more...] about The role of community health and nutrition volunteers in improving the health and nutrition status of infant and young children in remote areas, Hajjah, Yemen
Factors Associated With Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices in Kaduna and Lagos States, Nigeria
This study examined factors affecting early initiation of breastfeeding (EIBF), exclusive breastfeeding (EBF), and minimum dietary diversity (MDD) in Kaduna and Lagos States, Nigeria. Using survey data from 6,008 participants, the study found that maternal knowledge, awareness, beliefs, and self-efficacy positively influenced EIBF, EBF, and MDD in both states. Breastfeeding … [Read more...] about Factors Associated With Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices in Kaduna and Lagos States, Nigeria
On the Front Line: Investing in community health workers to improve health and nutrition
Community health workers are essential in reaching isolated and deprived communities. They ensure children get vaccinated, help parents understand the importance of immunization, and support pregnant women and new mothers with nutrition. These frontline workers, mostly women, also strengthen health systems to better handle future pandemics and disasters.This UNICEF brief … [Read more...] about On the Front Line: Investing in community health workers to improve health and nutrition
