Malnutrition in Haiti
Statistics of Malnutrition
- One in 10 children dies before the age of 5
- Malnutrition is the leading cause of death in children
- One third of 1 year olds show signs of severe growth retardation
- Forty percent of all 5 year olds have stunted growth and brain development
- Malnutrition contributes to 60% of all deaths in children
The Effects of Malnutrition
- Poor weight gain and impaired linear growth
- Impairment of the immune system
- Behavior changes — apathy, anxiety, depression
- Developmental delay
- Permanent cognitive deficits
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