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Exploring the transition to multiple micronutrient supplementation in Senegal
December 17, 2024
Nutrition International, in collaboration with the Government of Senegal, Eleanor Crook Foundation and the Waterloo Foundation have released a comprehensive landscape analysis aimed at informing the transition from iron and folic acid supplementation (IFAS) to multiple micronutrient supplementation (MMS) as part of comprehensive antenatal care.
Research has shown that MMS is more effective and cost-effective than IFAS in improving birth outcomes, has equivalent benefits in preventing maternal anaemia and is safe for mothers and babies. This landscape report evaluates the policy landscape, service delivery, product supply and financing frameworks essential for improving maternal and neonatal health in Senegal.