Blind to prevent wasting: Data gaps exist to identify factors that drive decline in acute malnutrition

Blind to prevent wasting: Data gaps exist to identify factors that drive decline in acute malnutrition

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Our findings show that the first six months after birth are critical time points to prevent wasting. Specific interven tions that can be implemented at this stage include in creased coverage of iron/folic acid supplementation dur ing pregnancy and targeted supplementary feeding for vulnerable pregnant women.