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Tag Archives: acute malnutrition
controversy of Plumpynut, the nutrient dense paste to treat malnutrition
A recent NYT magazine article on “plumpynut” the ready-to-use therapeutic food was published under much controversy over its proper usage, its price tag and its patent (owned by a french company) thus limiting its coverage and accessibility. Our response is … Continue reading
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Tagged acute malnutrition, africa, new york times, peanuts, plumpynut, ready to use therapeutic food
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Treating Children who suffer from acute malnutrition – one text message at a time
Severe acute malnutrition (SAM) affects 20 million children under five years of age each year and contributes to 1 million child deaths per year. Moderate acute malnutrition contributes more to the overall burden of disease, as it affects many more … Continue reading
Posted in emergency, hunger, malnutrition, undernutrition
Tagged acute malnutrition, CMAM, plumpynut, RUTF, SMS, state of the planet
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