Background Different primary studies in Ethiopia showed the burden of low birth weight.
However, variation among those studies was seen. This study was aimed to estimate the …

Introduction. Low birth weight (LBW) is the most significant risk factor for neonatal and infant
mortality. It is one of the major public health problems in developing countries. Although …

Introduction Low birth weight (LBW) is one of the major predictors of perinatal survival, infant
morbidity, and mortality, as well as the risk of developmental disabilities and illnesses in …

Background There is a high prevalence of antenatal depression and low birth weight
(LBW)(< 2.5 kg) in Ethiopia. Prior evidence revealed that the association between antenatal …

The objective of the study was to assess the determinant factors of low birth weight among
newborns delivered at Mekelle Hospital, northern Ethiopia. A cross-sectional study was …

Birthweight continues to be the leading infant health indicator and the main focus of infant
health policy. Low birthweight babies are at a higher risk of mortality and morbidity in most …

Perinatal outcome is an important indicator of obstetric care and health status. Reducing the
incidence of low birth weight neonates by at least one third between 2000 and 2010 is one …

Background The effects of prenatal Zinc Deficiency (ZD) and Vitamin A Deficiency (VAD) on
birthweight are controversial and their interaction has not been investigated. Objective To …

Background: Birth weight is the most important factor determining the survival, growth and
development of a newborn. Parity and maternal age have been shown to increase the risk of …

Aim: To estimate the prevalence of low birth weight and to study the factors affecting low
birth weight at the primary health centre, Kinaye of District Belgaum, North Karnataka …