Vitamin A Prophylaxis Programs in Developing Countries: Past Experiences and Future Prospects

Clinical eye signs are estimated to affect 5–10 million children annually in the developing world. Thus most experience with large‐scale prophylaxis programs has been with periodic distribution of high‐dose vitamin A supplements directed toward preventing ocular problems. However, subclinical vitami...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Nutrition reviews 1990-07, Vol.48 (7), p.265-274
1. Verfasser:	Underwood, Barbara A.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Developing countries Disease Health education LDCs Public health Vitamins
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