It’s a health risk for more than half the world’s population. A child dies every minute because of it. There are 207 million annual cases worldwide. And 90% of the deaths from this disease (which kills 627,000 globally) occur in Sub-Saharan Africa (source: World Health Organization). We’re buzzing about malaria. This preventable and curable mosquito-borne […]
This is the first in a series of posts introducing readers to new staff at . Welcome,! Name: Position title: International Survey Sampling Statistician Languages spoken: English and Arabic When not working, favorite place to visit: Chicago Favorite type of cuisine: Mediterranean or Indian Last good book you read: Azazeel, by Where would we find […]
Atmarita, Krismawati, and Rina Herartri (L to R) In June 2013, welcomed visitors from Indonesia’s Ministry of Health, Population and Family Planning Board and Bureau of Population Statistics. This is the first in a series of interviews with visitors to headquarters. Names: (Head of Division for Public Health Services, Center for Public Health Intervention Technology, […]
Anthropometry measurement (height and weight) is a core component of DHS surveys that is used to generate indicators on nutritional status. The Biomarker Questionnaire now includes questions on clothing and hairstyle interference on measurements for both women and children for improved interpretation.