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Some opportunities for biometry in promoting child health in the Third World

S B Macfarlane

    Biometrics
    |June 1, 1984
    PubMed

    Insights

    Improving child health in developing nations is crucial for global health targets. This paper examines key issues like infant mortality and malnutrition, highlighting biometrics

    Area of Science:

    • Global Health
    • Pediatric Health
    • Biostatistics

    Background:

    • Global health initiatives aim for universal health access, emphasizing child health in developing nations.
    • Child health is a critical determinant of achieving 'Health for All' targets.
    • Third-world countries face significant challenges in pediatric care and survival.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore key areas of concern in child health in developing countries.
    • To identify opportunities for biostatisticians to contribute to improving child health outcomes.
    • To support the 'Health for All by the year 2000' initiative.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of major child health indicators in developing countries.
    • Analysis of infant mortality rates and trends.
    • Examination of infant feeding practices and their impact.

    Main Results:

    • High infant mortality rates remain a significant challenge.
    • Low birth weight is a prevalent issue linked to maternal and infant health.
    • Suboptimal infant feeding practices contribute to disease and malnutrition.

    Conclusions:

    • Addressing infant mortality, low birth weight, and malnutrition is essential for child survival.
    • Biostatistical expertise can significantly aid in monitoring and improving child health interventions.
    • Targeted interventions are needed to achieve global child health goals.

    Keywords:
    AnthropometryBiologyBirth WeightBody WeightBreast FeedingChild DevelopmentChild HealthData CollectionDelivery Of Health CareDemographic FactorsDeveloping CountriesDiseasesGrowthHealthHealth ServicesIecImmunizationInfant MortalityInfant NutritionInformationInformation ProcessingMalnutritionMeasurementMedicineMortalityNutritionNutrition DisordersOrganization And AdministrationPhysiologyPopulationPopulation DynamicsPreventive MedicinePrimary Health CareProgram ActivitiesProgramsRecordsResearch Methodology

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