What does the protocol launched by the Centre aim to manage

The Centre has launched a protocol to manage malnutrition in children at Anganwadi centers.
The protocol launched by the Centre aims to manage malnutrition in children at Anganwadi centers. Here are the key points about the protocol:
  • Identification and screening: The protocol focuses on identifying and screening children with malnutrition at Anganwadi centers.
  • Early intervention: It emphasizes on early detection and prompt intervention to prevent the worsening of malnutrition in children.
  • Assessment and monitoring: The protocol provides guidelines for assessing the nutritional status of children and monitoring their progress over time.
  • Dietary counseling: It includes dietary counseling for parents and caregivers to educate them about proper nutrition, balanced diet, and meal planning for their children.
  • Supplementary nutrition: The protocol emphasizes the provision of supplementary nutrition to children, ensuring that they receive adequate calories, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
  • Health and hygiene: It promotes the importance of maintaining proper health and hygiene practices for children to prevent infections and diseases.
  • Collaboration and coordination: The protocol encourages collaboration and coordination among various stakeholders, including healthcare providers, nutritionists, caregivers, and authorities, to collectively address malnutrition in children.
The implementation of this protocol aims to reduce the prevalence of malnutrition and improve the overall health and well-being of children attending Anganwadi centers.
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