Prevalence of diarrhea and its associated factors among children under five years in Awi Zone, Northwest Ethiopia

Age of children, source of drinking water, health insurance, place of delivery, family size, water shortage, liquid waste disposal, and measles vaccination were significantly associated with diarrhea among under five children. Interventions targeting improvements in drinking water sources, health insurance coverage, sanitation practices, and vaccination rates are crucial for mitigating the impact of diarrheal disease among children under five years in Awi Zone.

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BMC Pediatrics
Published
2024-11-06
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-024-05191-2
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6
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Child Nutrition and Water Access
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Prevalence of diarrhea and its associated factors among children under five years in Awi Zone, Northwest Ethiopia

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Abstract

Age of children, source of drinking water, health insurance, place of delivery, family size, water shortage, liquid waste disposal, and measles vaccination were significantly associated with diarrhea among under five children. Interventions targeting improvements in drinking water sources, health insurance coverage, sanitation practices, and vaccination rates are crucial for mitigating the impact of diarrheal disease among children under five years in Awi Zone.

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Jigjiga University (ET), Injibara University (ET), University of Gondar (ET)
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