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A Manual: Measuring and Interpreting Malnutrition and Mortality

The purpose of this manual is 1) To provide guidance on issues relating to nutrition and mortality surveys 2) To standardize survey methodology used by WFP staff, consultants and implementing partners as a means of ensuring quality 3) To standardize survey data interpretation and reporting.

Published in 2007, by CDC, WFP

Addressing the Nutritional Needs of Older People in Emergency Situations in Africa: Ideas for Action

Report bringing together some of the key issues affecting the nutrition of older people in emergencies and offers some suggestions for ways in which the rights and needs of older people can be more effectively addressed. The report is divided into six main sections that seek to provide an overview of the main nutritional issues facing older people in...

Published in 2001, by HelpAge International, African Regional Development Centre

Adolescents: Assessment of Nutritional Status in Emergency-affected Populations

This RNIS (Refugee Nutrition Information System) supplement discusses the assessment of undernutrition in adolescents in emergency situations with a focus on acute undernutrition. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines adolescents as persons aged 10-19 years old. This is one of the few publications on this age group.

Published in 2000, by UN Standing Committtee on Nutrition

Adults: Assessment of Nutritional Status in Emergency-Affected Populations

This RNIS (Refugee Nutrition Information System) supplement describes simple techniques suitable for the assessment of the nutritional status of adults aged 20-60 years in emergency-affected populations. The BMI (Body Mass Index), MUAC (Mid-upper Arm Circumference), and clinical models are assessed for their usefulness in determining the prevalence of...

Published in 2000, by UN Standing Committee on Nutrition

Anthropometric Indicators Measurement Guide

GUIDELINES on Anthropometric Impact Indicators detailing how to collect and analyse anthropometric data through nutrition surveys. These guidelines were designed for Maternal and Child Health programme monitoring and draw extensively on materials from the Anthropometry Resource Center, funded by the Food and Agriculture Organization's Southern African...

Published in 2003, by FANTA

Anthropometry Basics: FANTA bookmark

The BOOKMARK presents clear information on basic anthropometric concepts. Bookmarks measure 2.5" by 7.5" (6.4 cm by 19.1 cm).

Published in 2004, by FANTA

Anthropometry training video

Demonstrates measurement of child weight, length, height and arm circumference, and adult weight and height. Available in English, French and Spanish.

Published in 2004, by WHO

Assessing Nutrition Situations in Emergencies: FANTA bookmark

The BOOKMARK presents clear information on malnutrition classification and cut-offs with commonly used eligibility criteria for selective feeding programs. Bookmarks measure 2.5" by 7.5" (6.4 cm by 19.1 cm)

Published in 2006, by FANTA

Draft Statement on the Use of the WHO 2006 Growth Standards in Emergency Nutrition Programmes

Draft statement issued on behalf of all the agencies (United Nations and non-governmental) who are members of the working group.

Published in 2007, by SCN Working Group on Nutrition in Emergencies

EAPRO Training for Improved Practice: Public Health and Nutrition in Emergencies

Practical training package for 10 days designed for UNICEF staff covering and public health and nutrition aspects of emergencies from assessment to design and monitoring programmes. 1. Welcome and Introductions 2. Policies, Practices and Decision Making 3. Basic Concepts 4. Rapid Assessments in Emergencies 5. Survey Methodology 6. Survey...

Published in 2003, by Tufts University, CDC/Columbia University for UNICEF

FAO Food Security Information for Action Distance Learning Material

DISTANCE LEARNING materials designed for self-paced e-learning, developed by international experts to support capacity building and on-the-job Training and Workshops at national and local food security information systems and networks. Free of charge registration provides access to the materials.

Published in 2007, by FAO

Food and Nutrition Handbook

This handbook is aimed at WFP staff at all levels who are involved with the delivery of food assistance to WFP beneficiaries. It should serve as both a reference and training manual, providing the staff with - better understanding of food an nutrition issues as they relate to WFP - a practical tool to tackle a number of basic nutrition related tasks,...

Published in 2005, by WFP

NUTRITION - A Guide to Data Collection, Analysis, Interpretation and Use

Manual aimed at mid-level managers in all sectors who would like to better understand nutrition information and its use. The manual sets out all the steps involved in nutrition data collection and analysis including practical guidance for use by survey enumerators, health facility workers and other field workers. Additional materials have also been prepared...

Published in 2005, by FSAU, FAO

The meaning and measurement of acute malnutrition in emergencies: a primer for decision-makers - Network Paper Number 56

Technical paper aimed at non-technical humanitarian actors, especially decision-makers, understand, interpret and use nutritional data by looking at how it is collected, analysed and used. It also looks at how technical issues are linked to pragmatic institutional constraints.

Published in 2006, by Helen Young, Susanne Jaspars, ODI

Training course on Child Growth Assessment

This course has been designed for health care providers who measure and assess the growth of children or supervise these activities. It teaches the skills and knowledge needed to measure the weight and length/height of children; plot and interpret growth measurements; and counsel mothers about growth and feeding. Course participants may include...

Published in 2006, by WHO