Utilization and associated factors of growth monitoring and promotion services among young children in Gorkha district of Nepal.

Introduction: Promotion of child health during the first thousand days from conception to the child's second birthday is vital for survival, growth and development. Growth monitoring and promotion services are key to the early detection of growth faltering and preventing malnutrition and promoting child health. This study aimed to assess the utilization of Growth Monitoring and Promotion (GMP) services and its associated factors among young children in Gorkha district of Nepal.

Assessment of Antenatal Care Services Utilization and Its Associated Factors.

Background: Every pregnant woman supposed to have Antenatal care visits at least four times during 4th, 6th, 8th and 9th month of gestation. This contributes to the reduction in maternal mortality. The main objective of the study was to assess the utilization of antenatal care services and its associated factors in Pokhara Metropolitan.

Service Readiness of Primary Health Care Facilities for Non-Communicable Diseases Management.

Background: NCDs prevalence and associated risk factors impacts on the burden of disease and premature mortality. Effective NCD service delivery requires well equipped facilities with trained providers and resources. Evaluating readiness and its determinant is crucial for enhancing NCD management.