This indicator reflects the proportion of female children under five years old who are classified as stunted, indicating that their height is more than two standard deviations below the median height of a well-nourished reference population. The assessment employs specific measurement techniques: recumbent length is used for infants up to two years, while stature is measured for older children standing. Collected according to the WHO's 2006 Child Growth Standards, this data serves as a critical marker of nutritional and health challenges faced by young girls, encompassing factors such as dietary deficiencies, socio-economic conditions, and access to healthcare. Monitoring this prevalence is vital for informing interventions aimed at reducing child malnutrition and improving overall health outcomes.
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