Social determinants of stunting in Malay children aged &lt;5 years in Malaysia

Logarajan, Renuka Devi; Nor, Norashidah Mohamed; Ibrahim, Saifuzzaman; Said, Rusmawati

doi:10.1016/j.nut.2023.112030

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“…When compared to nine neighboring Asian countries, Malaysia ranks third in terms of stunting among children under 5. The prevalence rate of stunting in Malaysian children under 5 years old and the percentage change is notably higher than the global, Asian, and Southeast Asian averages, [6].…”

Section: Stuntingmentioning

confidence: 78%

Sustainable Development: The Role of Related Government Departments in Stunting Reduction Policy in Aceh, Indonesia

Dewi,

Maisyura,

Fitri

et al. 2024

icospolhum

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Reducing the prevalence of stunting, particularly in regions with high rates like North Aceh, presents a crucial challenge in enhancing the quality of life for communities. In this context, the role of relevant government departments is of paramount importance, as they are responsible for implementing policies and development initiatives aimed at stunting reduction.This research offers an in-depth analysis of how the related government departments in North Aceh have contributed to stunting reduction policies and their impact on sustainable development. The study explores various strategies employed by these departments, including inter-agency collaboration, resource allocation, policy formulation, and the implementation of evidence-based programs and projects focused on reducing stunting. The research findings underscore the significance of inter-departmental collaboration as a strong foundation for tackling stunting issues in North Aceh. Effective coordination and the division of responsibilities among various agencies have enabled more efficient resource utilization. Furthermore, policy formulation directed at stunting reduction and the implementation of evidence-based programs have made a substantial contribution to stimulating sustainable growth. This study also addresses the challenges faced by these government departments, such as limited resources and practical constraints in implementing stunting reduction programs. Nevertheless, with unwavering commitment and support from various stakeholders, these departments continue to actively play a crucial role in achieving sustainable development goals, with stunting reduction as a key component. This research serves as a guide for policymakers, academics, and practitioners interested in understanding the role of related government departments in addressing stunting and promoting sustainable development in regions with high stunting prevalence. With a focus on collaboration and evidence-based policies, this research offers a positive contribution to addressing pressing public health challenges in North Aceh

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Section: Stuntingmentioning

confidence: 78%

Sustainable Development: The Role of Related Government Departments in Stunting Reduction Policy in Aceh, Indonesia

Dewi,

Maisyura,

Fitri

et al. 2024

icospolhum

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“…Akibatnya fisik yang lemah menimbulkan tingginya risiko terkenan penyakit sehingga produktifitas kerja dan kesempatan mendapatkan penghasilan yang sesuai tidak tercapai. Efek signifikan akan terlihat pada kondisi ekonomi yang kurang baik semasa hidupnya (Cermeño et al, 2023;Logarajan et al, 2023).…”

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Determinan Financial Behaviour Pada Keluarga Dengan Anak Stunting Di Kabupaten Kolaka

Bay,

Afrianty,

Kumalasari

2023

publicuho

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In the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), one of them is overcoming the problem of stunting. Socioeconomic conditions are a supporting factor in the level of stunting in Indonesia. The government's efforts to tackle the problem of stunting are by providing financial assistance and nutritious staple foods. These efforts will certainly be effective with good financial behaviour. This research aims to examine the level of determinants of financial behaviour. The determinants of financial behaviour that are studied in this research are the effect of financial literacy, the effect of financial attitudes and the effect of lifestyle on the financial behaviour of families with stunted children in the Wundulako Community Health Center Working Area, Kolaka Regency. This research is quantitative (explanatory research). The data analysis was carried out was measuring the structural model testing model using the Structural Equations Model (SEM) analysis technique using PLS 3.0. This research shows that financial literacy and financial attitudes have a significant positive effect on financial behaviour. However, lifestyle does not have a significant effect on financial behaviour.

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The Effects of Social Assistance Programs on Stunting Prevalence Rates in Indonesia

Munawaroh,

Fajri,

Ajija

2024

JAKI

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Background: Social assistance, such as Non-Cash Food Assistance (BPNT) and the Family Hope Program (PKH), is among the instruments used to eradicate stunting in the short and long term. Therefore, it is important to ensure that individuals effectively use it. Aims: This study aimed to review the effect of social assistance on stunting prevalence rates in Indonesia. Methods: This research employs a quantitative approach, utilizing numerical measurements and statistical analysis. The data is secondary and sourced from the Central Bureau of Statistics and the Ministry of Finance. The specific method applied is the generalized method of moments (GMM) dynamic panel regression. The research sample encompasses panel data from 34 provinces from 2015 to 2021. This study utilizes the indicator of very short height for children less than five years of age as a proxy for stunting. Furthermore, low height in children is adopted as a measure of stunting. Furthermore, this study adopted a measure of low height in children to indicate stunting. Results: The results showed that social assistance negatively affected stunting, supported by various other indicators such as the proportion of proper sanitation, the average length of schooling, protein consumption, and drinking water sources. Meanwhile, excessive calorie consumption increases stunting in a certain period. Conclusion: In this condition, government social assistance was urgently needed since access to the lowest decile households increased stunting rates. The practical implications for policy derived from these findings involve optimizing the efficiency of social assistance initiatives, emphasizing the significance of addressing environmental factors in programs aimed at preventing stunting, integrating health and nutrition initiatives, and implementing educational campaigns within communities to raise awareness about calorie consumption. Keywords: child health, social assistance, stunting, toddlers

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Social determinants of stunting in Malay children aged <5 years in Malaysia

Cited by 6 publications

References 35 publications

Sustainable Development: The Role of Related Government Departments in Stunting Reduction Policy in Aceh, Indonesia

Sustainable Development: The Role of Related Government Departments in Stunting Reduction Policy in Aceh, Indonesia

Determinan Financial Behaviour Pada Keluarga Dengan Anak Stunting Di Kabupaten Kolaka

The Effects of Social Assistance Programs on Stunting Prevalence Rates in Indonesia

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