title: Managing nutritional programmes in developing countries.
abstract: Improving community nutrition in developing countries requires a detailed epidemiological picture of the prevalent nutritional problems in different regions and age groups. This makes it possible to identify priorities, sensitize policy-makers, establish political commitment and design appropriate community programmes for income generation and education for the best use of food resources. Experiences acquired from community-based nutritional programmes show that ownership of a programme by the community and using a tailor-made approach are essential factors in the successful implementation of programmes. A multifaceted approach is needed, involving a range of sectors-agriculture, commerce, education and health--and commitment at all levels from government to communities and individuals.
authors.affiliation: Department of Nutrition, Ministry of Health and Medical Education, Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Sheikholeslam
authors.forename: Z
authors.initials: Z
authors.lastname: Abdollahi
authors.forename: F N
authors.initials: FN
authors.lastname: Haghighi
mesh_terms: D003142:Communication; D003153:Community Health Services / Q000458:organization & administration*; D003256:Community Participation; D003906:Developing Countries / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D004046:Dietetics / Q000458:organization & administration*; D004522:Educational Status; D005522:Food Services / Q000458:organization & administration*; D005527:Food, Fortified; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000458:organization & administration; D006801:Humans; D044342:Malnutrition / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D020380:Needs Assessment; D018673:Nutrition Policy; D009749:Nutrition Surveys; D052756:Nutritional Sciences / Q000193:education; D011057:Politics; D011203:Poverty / Q000517:prevention & control