Elaborate different Nutrition Prophylaxis programmes initiated by the Government of India.
Elaborate different Nutrition Prophylaxis programmes initiated by the Government of India.
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Elaborate different Nutrition Prophylaxis programmes initiated by the Government of India.
The Government of India has initiated several nutrition prophylaxis programs to address malnutrition and improve the nutritional status of vulnerable populations. Some key programs include:
Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS): ICDS is one of the world's largest programs for early childhood care and development, providing supplementary nutrition, health check-ups, immunization, and pre-school education to children under 6 years and pregnant women.
Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDMS): This program aims to improve the nutritional status of children by providing free cooked meals in government and government-aided primary and upper primary schools.
National Nutrition Mission (Poshan Abhiyan): Launched in 2018, Poshan Abhiyan focuses on reducing malnutrition through a convergence of intersectoral efforts, including health, nutrition, sanitation, education, and water.
National Food Security Mission (NFSM): NFSM promotes the production and distribution of food grains to enhance food security and reduce hunger.
Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB): AMB aims to prevent and reduce anemia among children, adolescents, and women through awareness, screening, and supplementation programs.
These programs play a critical role in combating malnutrition, promoting maternal and child health, and improving overall nutritional outcomes across India.