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Children under 5 years of age in India, living at higher altitudes -- over 2,000 metres above sea level -- may be at about 40 percent higher risk of stunted growth, according to a study on Friday.
The study found that children residing 2,000 meters or more above sea level are 40% more likely to experience stunted growth compared to those living 1,000 meters below.
Living at higher altitudes in India is linked to an increased risk of stunted growth, with children living in homes 2000 metres or more above sea level 40% more at risk than those living 1000 metres below, finds research published in the open access journal BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health.
Panbaree Machans, Kaziranga: The inaugural Smily Academy XP drew to a successful close yesterday, marking the departure of participants from four continents to their respective countries. The five-day event, held amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Panbaree Machans, Kaziranga, focused on immersive learning experiences with indigenous communities to develop innovative
Researchers from Tulane University and Brigham and Women's Hospital suggest that the age of the first menstrual cycle may be an early indicator of cardiometabolic disease trajectory in women.