Release Date :
PSS Agency :
PSA
Definition :
The simplest and most common indicator for the assessment of growth of children 0-10 years old which compares the weight of each child to a standard or reference weight-for-age Â
Notes:
The indicator is useful for rapid screening because it combines both acute and chronic malnutrition.
Formula
![Weight-for-Age Weight-for-Age](/system/files/issip/Not%2520applicable_0.png)
Source :
PSA
Indicators
Health and Nutrition
PSA Board Resolution :
PSA Board Resolution No 01, Series of 2017 - 141
Board Resolution URL
Statistical Domain
Statistical Activity