Spread of a new pandemic in waves is a natural phenomenon. It has happened in past and also unfolding in present COVID-19 scenarios. Many players determine the outcome of the diseases during these waves of activities. This article... more
Spread of a new pandemic in waves is a natural phenomenon. It has happened in past and also unfolding in present COVID-19 scenarios. Many players determine the outcome of the diseases during these waves of activities. This article discusses the past pandemics, lessons learnt from them and the 3 waves that have been recorded to date for SARS-CoV-2 (the novel coronavirus) and drawing parallel wherever feasible along with an element on its future course.
Background: Foetal life and early childhood years are the phases when growth and development are maximum, coinciding with a period of great vulnerability to sub-optimal environment. Nutrition during the entire life cycle is a key driver... more
Background: Foetal life and early childhood years are the phases when growth and development are maximum, coinciding with a period of great vulnerability to sub-optimal environment. Nutrition during the entire life cycle is a key driver of growth and development. Children < 2 years are the most vulnerable segment of the community. Appropriate evidence-based feeding practices are essential for attaining and maintaining proper nutrition and health. Objective: The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge, attitudes and practices of mothers/caregivers on infant and young child feeding (IYCF). Methodology: We conducted a comparative cross sectional study in ten intervention and non-intervention districts of Tigray regional state from July to December 2016. Using a lottery method, we randomly enrolled 942 study participants from all mothers/caregivers with a child < 2 years. A face to face interview was done using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive and analytical statistics...
