Full course description
Description
This module on "War and Public Health" examines the critical intersections between conflict, malnutrition, and public health. It highlights the consequences of undernutrition, the global public health threats posed by micronutrient deficiencies, and factors that exacerbate malnutrition, particularly in conflict zones.
Target Audience
This training video will be helpful to:
Public health professionals, humanitarian aid workers, policymakers, and educators working in conflict-affected areas or addressing malnutrition and its related health challenges globally.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Identify the health consequences of undernutrition, including wasting and stunting in children.
- Recognize micronutrient deficiencies and their impact on global health.
- Understand the socioeconomic factors, such as poverty, that amplify malnutrition risks.
- Gain insight into international initiatives like the UN Decade of Action on Nutrition to combat malnutrition.