Introduction Over the past decade, the incidence of low birth weight (LBW) in sub-Saharan
Africa has not seen any decline and this is a matter of grave concern for healthcare …

Background Each year, about 20 million Low Birth Weight (LBW) babies are born with very
high proportion (96.5%) occuring in developing countries. In the last decade, the incidence …

Background Birth weight is an important predictor of early neonatal mortality, morbidity, and
long-term health outcomes. Annually, approximately 20 million babies are born globally with …

Background Low birth weight (LBW) is a major factor of neonate mortality that particularly
affects developing countries. However, the scarcity of data to support decision making to …

Abstract The World Health Organization defines low birth weight (LBW) as a new born
having a weight of less than 2,500 g at birth. Low birth weight is one of the major …

Background Low birth weight (LBW), defined as a birth weight less than 2500 g, irrespective
of gestational age, poses a significant health concern for newborns. Despite efforts, the …

Background: Few studies have focused on low birth weight among adolescents. This study
determines the incidence and factors associated with low birth weight (LBW)(weight at birth …

Background Low birth weight (LBW) continues to be the primary cause of infant morbidity
and mortality. Objective This study was undertaken to identify the predictors of LBW in …

Background Low birth weight continues to be a main cause of child morbidity and mortality.
Low birth weight can cause complications in adult life, and is therefore a public health …

Background Globally, more than 20.5 million infants are born with low birth weight, and the
majorities were from Asia and Africa. Even though efforts were made to reduce low birth …