From poverty to health: intraurban inequalities in child health indicators in low-income and middle-income countries during the SDG era

Substantial intraurban inequalities were observed in child health indicators. Under-5 mortality, stunting and wasting were concentrated among urban poor children, while health service utilisation and overweight were concentrated among urban non-poor children. Improving access to clean water, sanitation, quality healthcare and education in underserved urban areas, along with combating urban poverty and promoting healthy lifestyles, is essential for achieving better health outcomes.