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How is Chronic Malnutrition Best Measured By? A Guide to Key Indicators

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According to UNICEF and WHO, in 2022, approximately 22.3% of children under five were affected by stunting, the primary indicator of chronic malnutrition. Chronic malnutrition is a long-term condition resulting from prolonged nutritional deprivation or poor health, distinct from the rapid onset of acute malnutrition. Understanding how is chronic malnutrition best measured by is essential for effective public health interventions and tracking global progress.