Research Resources

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Undernutrition and feeding difficulties among children with disabilities in Zambia: insights for inclusive nutrition strategies

This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of undernutrition and risk for feeding difficulties and describe common feeding practices among children with disabilities living with families in Zambia and receiving services at selected health centers and community-based rehabilitation centers. Coauthored by SPOON staff and board members.

The nutritional and feeding status of children living in selected residential child care facilities in Zambia: implications for programs and policies
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The nutritional and feeding status of children living in selected residential child care facilities in Zambia: implications for programs and policies

This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of undernutrition and risk of feeding difficulties and describe common feeding practices for children from birth to 10 years of age living in residential care in Zambia. Coauthored by SPOON staff and board members.

Digital technology to promote inclusion and quality care for children with disabilities
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Digital technology to promote inclusion and quality care for children with disabilities

This article in UNSCN NUTRITION explores the role and potential of digital technologies to promote inclusive nutrition programs.

Households with Children with Disabilities in Zambia Face Hardships on Food Access and Dietary Diversity
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Households with Children with Disabilities in Zambia Face Hardships on Food Access and Dietary Diversity

This assessment examines the impact of COVID-19 on dietary diversity and nutritional quality for households caring for children with disabilities in low-resource communities in Lusaka, Zambia.

Household Dietary Diversity among Households with and without Children with Disabilities in Three Low-Income Communities in Lusaka, Zambia
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Household Dietary Diversity among Households with and without Children with Disabilities in Three Low-Income Communities in Lusaka, Zambia

This article describes dietary diversity in Lusaka, Zambia between households with and without a child with a disability living in the same communities.

Health Impact Assessment of COVID-19 on Families with Children with Disabilities Living in Three Communities in Lusaka
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Health Impact Assessment of COVID-19 on Families with Children with Disabilities Living in Three Communities in Lusaka

This assessment explores the perceived effects of COVID-19 and the containment measures implemented in Zambia on children with disabilities and their families living in resource-poor communities.