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Infants in Juba, southern Sudan: the first twelve months of life

A W Woodruff, E A Adamson, A E Suni

    Lancet (London, England)
    |September 1, 1984
    PubMed

    Insights

    High infant mortality (11.8%) in Juba was linked to diarrhea, with contaminated water suspected. Poor growth and development were observed in infants by 12 months.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Global Health
    • Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Infant health in Juba requires urgent attention.
    • Diarrheal diseases pose a significant threat to infant survival and development.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess infant mortality and health outcomes in Juba up to 12 months.
    • To identify key factors contributing to infant mortality and poor development.

    Main Methods:

    • A prospective survey tracking child health from birth to 12 months.
    • Monthly home visits and data collection on mortality, growth, and feeding practices.

    Main Results:

    • An infant mortality rate of 11.8% was recorded.
    • Diarrhea was implicated in 11 of 15 infant deaths.
    • Infants showed satisfactory length growth but low weight (3rd centile) and below-normal head circumference.
    • Contaminated water was suspected due to frequent diarrhea before supplementary feeding.

    Conclusions:

    • Diarrhea is a major contributor to infant mortality in Juba.
    • Poor infant nutrition and development are significant concerns.
    • Interventions targeting water safety and infant feeding are crucial.

    Keywords:
    AfricaAnthropometryArab CountriesBiologyBirth WeightBody WeightCauses Of DeathChild DevelopmentChild HealthDemographic FactorsDeveloping CountriesDiarrheaDiarrhea, InfantileDiseasesGastrointestinal EffectsGrowth--complicationsHealthInfant MortalityInfant NutritionMeasurementMortalityNorthern AfricaNutritionPhysiologyPopulationPopulation DynamicsProspective StudiesResearch MethodologyStudiesSudanSupplementary FeedingVomiting

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