Tag: Sam protocol

Worldwide, severe acute malnutrition (SAM) affects nearly 20 million children under five and is responsible for a significant number of annual deaths in this age group. The WHO 10 step protocol for SAM provides a standardized, evidence-based approach for inpatient management to prevent avoidable fatalities and ensure a complete recovery.

According to UNICEF, severe acute malnutrition affects millions of children globally and remains a leading cause of child mortality. The SAM protocol outlines a life-saving, evidence-based nutritional and medical approach developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to combat this critical public health issue.