Can local groups help beat severe malnutrition? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06380504
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether working through existing community groups can increase the number of children with severe acute malnutrition (SAM) who get proper treatment. Researchers will enroll 1,080 children aged 6-59 months in Ethiopia and measure how many receive care. The approach includes education, active screening, and follow-up to improve coverage and reduce wasting.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Kersa and Jeldessa woredas
RECRUITINGJimma, Ethiopia
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