Malnutrition has been associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Therefore, the aim of the study was to find out the incidence of malnutrition among Infants Below 5yrs In Shendi Town during 2013 – 2014. A variety of methods were used by the pediatricians in Al-MakNimir Hospital and Shendi Emergency department to determine the nutrition status of Infants who were admitted. About 102 infants below the age of 5 years were investigated. Of the 102 infants 64/102(62.7%) of infants 1-2 years of age were found malnourished and 10/102 (9.8%) of infant 2-3 years of age were also found malnourished. Malnutrition is prevalent in Shendi particularly among younger infants 1-2 years of age.
 

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