The management of household waste by burning can affect the incidence of low birth weight (LBW). This paper aims to identify the burning of garbage at home and risk of low birth weight. This analysis used a part of Riskesdas 2013 data in the Central Sulawesi Province. Subjects analyzed were infants aged 0-11 months. Baby’s weight was based on the baby’s birth weight which was recorded i…
Growth retardation such as stunting among children under five years old in Indonesia was serious. Stunting have negative effects on mental development especially in children under five years old. We conducted a 24 months follow up study at 10 primary health care (Puskesmas) in Bogor District. Subjects of the study were children in their gestational stage which were followed up for 12 months aft…
Background: Estimated fetal weight of which can be done by measuring the fundus uteri. Estimated fetal weight is of significant importance in the implementation of labor. The accuracy assessment of birth weight, will affect the accuracy of treatment delivery and the results that are expected to reduce mortality and morbidity in childbirth (Cuningham, 2006). Objective: To evaluate the accuracy o…