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Unlocking the Secret to Reducing Diarrheal Disease Burden in Children: What Every Practitioner Must Know!

Unlocking the Secret to Reducing Diarrheal Disease Burden in Children: What Every Practitioner Must Know!

Understanding the Burden of Diarrheal Disease in the Eastern Mediterranean Region

The research article titled "Burden of Diarrhea in the Eastern Mediterranean Region, 1990–2013: Findings from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2013" provides critical insights into the widespread impact of diarrheal diseases (DD) on children, especially in low-income settings. As a practitioner focused on creating great outcomes for children, understanding these findings can significantly enhance your approach to managing and preventing DD.

Key Findings from the Research

The study highlights that in 2013, over 125,000 deaths in the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) were attributed to DD, with a significant burden on children under five years of age. The research utilized disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) to measure the impact, revealing a high inequitable burden driven by inadequate access to resources like water and sanitation.

Notably, the study found that diarrhea deaths per 100,000 children under five ranged from as low as one in Bahrain and Oman to as high as 471 in Somalia. This disparity underscores the urgent need for targeted interventions in low- and middle-income countries.

Implementing Research Outcomes in Practice

Practitioners can leverage these findings to improve child health outcomes by focusing on evidence-based interventions. Here are some actionable steps:

Encouraging Further Research

While the study provides a comprehensive assessment of the DD burden, there remains a need for further research to address specific gaps. Practitioners are encouraged to explore:

Conclusion

The findings from this study are a call to action for practitioners to integrate data-driven strategies in their practice. By focusing on prevention and treatment interventions, we can work towards reducing the burden of DD and improving health outcomes for children in the EMR.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Burden of Diarrhea in the Eastern Mediterranean Region, 1990–2013: Findings from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2013.


Citation: Khalil, I., Colombara, D. V., Forouzanfar, M. H., Troeger, C., Daoud, F., Moradi-Lakeh, M., ... & Mokdad, A. H. (2016). Burden of diarrhea in the Eastern Mediterranean Region, 1990–2013: Findings from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2013. The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, 95(6), 1319-1329. https://doi.org/10.4269/ajtmh.16-0339
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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