Papua New Guinea has observed a 5.6% (12.8%) increase in the prevalence of stunting in children under 5, which now stands at 49.5%.
Prevalence of stunting in children under 5 in Papua New Guinea
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Source:
Data availability:
Regions:
215
Date range: 1983 to 2023
Points:
13,760
Measure:
%
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Stunting in children
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Papua New Guinea Stunting in children between 1983 and 2010
| Period | Stunting in children | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 49.5% | +5.6% |
| 2005 | 43.9% | -2.1% |
| 1983 | 46% |