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Experiences from different parts of the world show that an approach that succeeds in one context may not be applicable to others. Sharing these experiences allows us to learn from one another, and refine our actions and interventions to match our own geographical and resource environments.

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Success in Delivering Interventions to Reduce Maternal Anemia in Nepal: A Case Study of the Intensification of Maternal and Neonatal Micronutrient Program
Case Study published by A2Z: The USAID Micronutrient and Child Blindness Project in
This case study describes the development of the Iron Intensification Project in Nepal, its design, the implementation process at the district level, the strategy used to scale it up, the data available to describe coverage, and the reduction in maternal anemia in the country between 1998 and 2006. Lessons learned for sustaining and strengthening…
Integrated Anemia Control Strategy Has Significantly Reduced Anemia in Women and Children in Nicaragua
Technical Report published by Micronutrient Initiative in
This report describes the Integrated Anemia Control Strategy (IACS), which was implemented in Nicaragua in 1994. The comprehensive strategy included supplementation for pregnant women and children under 5 years of age, periodic anthelminthic treatment for children, wheat flour fortification with iron and B vitamins, interventions to control…
Anaemia Prevention Badge Project
Technical Report published by FANTA in
This document described the Girl Guides Anemia Prevention Badge Project. In partnership with the African Regional Office of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, FANTA designed the Girl Guides Anemia Prevention Badge Project to reach adolescent girls in East and Southern Africa with information and activities on anemia prevention…
National Strategy for Anaemia Prevention and Control in Bangladesh
Technical Report published by National Strategy for Anemia Prevention and Control in
This National Strategy aimed to reduce the prevalence of anemia among high-risk groups in Bangladesh by 2015 by 25 percent. The strategy identifies comprehensive interventions aimed at high-risk groups, in particular infants and young children, adolescent girls, newly wed women, and pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Nepal: National Anemia Control Strategy for Women and Children
Technical Report published by Government of Nepal, Ministry of Health and Population in
This report presents an outline of the strategy designed to control anemia in Nepal.
Four Malaria Success Stories: How Malaria Burden was Successfully Reduced in Brazil, Eritrea, India and Vietnam
Technical Report published by American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene in
This report documents the malaria control efforts of Brazil, Eritrea, India, and Vietnam and discusses key factors in the success of these programs, including epidemiological, technical, programmatic, partnership, and financial aspects.
Qualitative Research Instrument on Perceptions of Anemia and Use of Iron Tablets—The Indramayu Project, Indonesia
Technical Report published by The World Bank in
This research instrument, which was developed by the Manoff Group for the USAID-funded MotherCare Project, was used in formative research for the Indramayu Project. One component of research tested ways to improve the existing iron supplementation program for pregnant women in this Indonesian region. The results were used to develop messages for…
MotherCare Indonesia Resources
Information, Education and Communication Materials published by MotherCare in
The MotherCare Project, a USAID-funded program, was aimed at preventing maternal and perinatal mortality and morbidity. The project included activities that engaged in a series of applied research initiatives and offered short-term technical and training support. Examples of resources developed for use in Indonesia include pill reminders and other…