Growth ChartsDownload Introduction Growth is one of the most sensitive indicators of a child’s health and nutritional status. A frequently encountered clinical scenario illustrates the importance of objective assessment: A 2-year-old boy weighs 8 kg and is 78 cm tall. His mother reports that he eats well. Is this child normal? Clinical examination alone cannot … Continue reading Understanding Child Growth Charts: A Comprehensive Overview
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CM 8.1 Epidemiology, clinical features and control measures of poliomyelitis
Epidemiology of PolioDownload Epidemiology of Poliomyelitis Poliomyelitis, commonly known as polio, is an acute viral illness that primarily targets the human gastrointestinal tract. While the majority of infections remain subclinical or mild, a very small fraction—less than 1%—advance to infect the central nervous system, resulting in flaccid paralysis. Thanks to concerted global health efforts, the … Continue reading CM 8.1 Epidemiology, clinical features and control measures of poliomyelitis
CM 10.5 Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS): A Comprehensive Approach to Child Welfare
ICDSDownload Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) is one of India’s flagship welfare programs aimed at improving the nutritional and health status of children under six years of age, as well as pregnant and nursing women, adolescent girls, and other women aged 15–45 years. Designed to ensure holistic child development through a combination of nutrition, healthcare, … Continue reading CM 10.5 Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS): A Comprehensive Approach to Child Welfare
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