Successes and challenges to implementing an early childhood supplemental feeding program in rural Honduras: a qualitative study.
R I Med J (2013)
; 97(4): 19-23, 2014 Apr 01.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Malnutrition is a major cause of childhood illness, stunted growth and death worldwide. A supplemental nutrition program for young children was implemented in Guachipilincito, Honduras. This study explores early successes and challenges to implementing this program.METHODS:
We conducted a qualitative, semi-structured, key informant interview study in 2012. Two researchers analyzed interview transcripts using the immersion/crystallization method of qualitative analysis.RESULTS:
The program evolved from addressing macronutrient deficiency in 2010, to targeting micronutrient deficiency. Successes include consistent food distribution, positive community feedback and establishment of a Honduran community oversight committee. Challenges include tracking growth data, sharing of food among family members, and long-term sustainability. Next steps include obtaining stable funding, utilizing local food suppliers, and increasing crop diversity. Participants identified cultural and economic factors contributing to challenges with these steps.CONCLUSION:
While the feeding program is having successes, it still faces many challenges. Additional interviews with Honduran-based staff, community leaders and program recipients may identify the best ways to address these challenges.Palavras-chave
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Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Transtornos da Nutrição Infantil
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Assistência Alimentar
Tipo de estudo:
Evaluation_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Qualitative_research
Limite:
Child, preschool
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Humans
País como assunto:
America central
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Honduras
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2014
Tipo de documento:
Article