بررسي اثربخشي مراقبتهاي بهداشتي از كودكان زير 5 سال در نظام سلامت كشور در استانهاي آذربايجان شرقي و زنجان

Effectiveness of child health services in Iran Health System (East Azarbayjan and Zanjan Proviances)

Background: In order to achieve the objectives of MDGs especially reduction of child mortality, the effectiveness of services must be increased. The main objective of the present study is surveying the effectiveness of child health services in Iran Health System. Materials and methods: This cross sectional study was performed based on existing data. We compared data of 1500 children with their sibling. Results: The weight and height of second children were increased as compared to first children. Performance of health care personnel was also improved in growth chart drawing, promoting breast feeding, and on time complementary feeding. Conclusion: Health network performance showed promotion, however, monitoring and assessing guidelines must be changed.