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Time of India
24-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Officials: Chaibasa study shows 78% recovery rate in malnourished kids
1 2 Ranchi: A nutrition intervention piloted in Chaibasa (West Singhbhum) has demonstrated a promising 78% recovery rate among children suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM), signalling potential for a scalable solution to the state's ongoing child malnutrition crisis. The results were presented on Tuesday at a state-level dissemination programme held at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (Rims) to assess the impact of the augmented Take-Home Ration (THR), known as 'Shishu Shakti.' The supplementary food product was developed in collaboration with the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), Hyderabad, under the Strategic Action for Alleviation of Malnutrition and Anaemia Reduction (SAAMAR) programme. You Can Also Check: Ranchi AQI | Weather in Ranchi | Bank Holidays in Ranchi | Public Holidays in Ranchi The pilot study was conducted in the Chakradharpur block of West Singhbhum district from January to May 2025, enrolling 139 children diagnosed with SAM. Of the 124 children who completed the intervention, 97 (78%) achieved recovery. The ready-to-eat formulation offers nutritional value, providing 490 kilocalories and 17 grams of protein per 100 grams, compared to 455 kilocalories and 12.7 grams of protein in the standard Take-Home Ration. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like A severe blood disorder has put her life at risk! Donate For Health Donate Now Director of social welfare, Kiran Kumari Passi said, "The pilot was implemented in one of the most difficult districts in terms of terrain and economic development. Understanding community-specific challenges is essential. Factors such as low milk consumption, alcoholism, child marriage, and high dropout rates among girls leading to low maternal education directly impact child nutrition." Palamu DC, Sameera S, stated, "Training of master trainers at the state and district levels has been completed, and block-level training of ASHAs and Anganwadi workers is underway. We anticipate expanding Shishu Shakti across Palamu shortly."
Time of India
18-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Nutrition rehab centre opens for malnourished kids
Lucknow: A new facility aimed at improving the care and recovery of malnourished children was inaugurated at Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS). The Nutrition Rehabilitation Centre (NRC), set up at RPG Mother and Child Hospital, Shaheed Path campus, is designed to provide treatment, family education and research-based interventions for children suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) . The centre includes specialised clinical wards, a therapeutic kitchen, counselling rooms and a play area for children. It is intended to serve both as a treatment facility and a training and research platform for health professionals working in the field of child nutrition. NRC nodal officer Dr Sheetanshu Srivastava said that the centre is meant to go beyond medical treatment. "The objective is not only to manage malnutrition but to support families through education and evidence-based care strategies," she said during a guided tour of the facility. The inauguration ceremony was attended by officials from the health department, development partners and institutional representatives. Dr Deepti Agrawal welcomed the guests and spoke about the importance of establishing such a centre. Speakers including programme manager at UNICEF , Dr Amit Mehrotra and director general of family welfare, Dr Sushma Singh highlighted the need for coordinated efforts to address malnutrition among children under the age of five. RMLIMS director Prof CM Singh described NRC as a step to strengthen institutional capacity for public health. He said that the centre reflects a commitment to clinical quality and community support. Chief guest , mission director of National Health Mission, UP, Dr Pinky Jowel said the centre haf the potential to address long-standing gaps in the care of infants under six months of age. As a centre of excellence, the NRC is expected to support training and research in malnutrition management , with particular attention to newborns and high-risk infants who may not respond well to conventional treatment.
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Nutrition rehab centre opens for malnourished kids
Lucknow: A new facility aimed at improving the care and recovery of malnourished children was inaugurated at Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS). The Nutrition Rehabilitation Centre (NRC), set up at RPG Mother and Child Hospital, Shaheed Path campus, is designed to provide treatment, family education and research-based interventions for children suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM). The centre includes specialised clinical wards, a therapeutic kitchen, counselling rooms and a play area for children. It is intended to serve both as a treatment facility and a training and research platform for health professionals working in the field of child nutrition. NRC nodal officer Dr Sheetanshu Srivastava said that the centre is meant to go beyond medical treatment. "The objective is not only to manage malnutrition but to support families through education and evidence-based care strategies," she said during a guided tour of the facility. The inauguration ceremony was attended by officials from the health department, development partners and institutional representatives. Dr Deepti Agrawal welcomed the guests and spoke about the importance of establishing such a centre. Speakers including programme manager at UNICEF, Dr Amit Mehrotra and director general of family welfare, Dr Sushma Singh highlighted the need for coordinated efforts to address malnutrition among children under the age of five. RMLIMS director Prof CM Singh described NRC as a step to strengthen institutional capacity for public health. He said that the centre reflects a commitment to clinical quality and community support. Chief guest , mission director of National Health Mission, UP, Dr Pinky Jowel said the centre haf the potential to address long-standing gaps in the care of infants under six months of age. As a centre of excellence, the NRC is expected to support training and research in malnutrition management, with particular attention to newborns and high-risk infants who may not respond well to conventional treatment.
Hi Dubai
03-06-2025
- Health
- Hi Dubai
UAE Launches Initiative with WHO to Combat Malnutrition in Socotra Island
The United Arab Emirates, in partnership with the World Health Organisation (WHO), has launched a humanitarian initiative to combat rising malnutrition rates among women and children on Yemen's Socotra Island. The effort, led by the Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation for Humanitarian Works, targets one of the region's most pressing health challenges. Recent data shows the Global Acute Malnutrition (GAM) rate among children under five on the island has reached 10.9%, with the Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) rate at 1.6%—figures that cross internationally recognised critical thresholds. Mohamed Haji Al Khouri, Director-General of the Foundation, said the initiative reflects the UAE's enduring commitment to humanitarian support and global health development. He emphasised the project's roots in the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the current leadership of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The Foundation, an affiliate of Erth Zayed Philanthropies, will work closely with WHO to develop evidence-based solutions to tackle nutrition-related health issues. The two-year plan includes reducing maternal and child mortality, enhancing emergency preparedness, and strengthening local healthcare systems. Dr. Ferima Coulibaly-Zerbo, Acting WHO Representative in Yemen, highlighted the importance of the partnership in addressing urgent needs and building long-term health resilience in the region. The initiative also aims to improve food security, raise awareness on nutrition and hygiene, train medical personnel, and boost disease surveillance. It forms part of broader joint efforts between the UAE and WHO to stabilise health conditions across Yemen through sustainable aid and infrastructure support. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Hindustan Times
04-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Yogi orders launch of Mukhyamantri Suposhan Yojana
: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath has directed the launch of the Mukhyamantri Suposhan Yojana (MSY) and setting up of Take Home Ration (THR) units in every district of the state. With this, the state aims to provide a nutritious morning meal to all registered children aged between 3 and 6 years and support for poor families identified under the Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Zero Poverty Mission. Under the Mukhyamantri Suposhan Yojana, children at Anganwadi centers will receive a morning meal that includes milk, fruits, and nutritious food items. The chief minister emphasised the need for effective implementation of welfare schemes while chairing a meeting with the department of child development and nutrition and reviewing its work, a press statement issued by the state government said. 'Although the Sambhav Abhiyan has led to some improvement in addressing Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM), continuous nutritional support is still essential,' the chief minister said. The scheme will also benefit aspirational districts and development blocks. Adityanath instructed officials to prepare a detailed action plan for the scheme. He further emphasised the need for regular monitoring of children's nutrition indicators such as stunting, underweight and wasting. The chief minister also instructed that families without livestock should be provided cows under the Mukhyamantri Nirashrit Govansh Sahbhagita Yojana. Reaffirming his commitment to building a 'Malnutrition-Free Uttar Pradesh,' he called for pregnant women, lactating mothers, and Anganwadi children to be provided with tasty, digestible, and quality food. He recommended incorporating local ingredients like Pratapgarh amla, millets, and jaggery in the recipe-based Take Home Ration (THR) to enhance its variety and nutritional value. Currently, THR is being supplied to 288 projects from 204 units in 43 districts.
