This indicator measures the proportion of mothers who have given birth in the three years prior to the survey and are aware of oral rehydration salts (ORS) as a critical treatment for diarrhea. An understanding of ORS is crucial for ensuring effective home management of dehydration, particularly in regions where diarrhea remains a leading cause of childhood morbidity and mortality. By assessing maternal knowledge, this metric not only reflects public health education efforts but also highlights gaps in awareness that could impact child health outcomes. Improved knowledge among mothers can lead to timely interventions, reducing the severity of diarrhea in young children and ultimately contributing to enhanced child survival rates and overall community health resilience.
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