A human development intervention in the Philippines: Effect on child morbidity

John H. Hill, M. E. Woods and Steven D. Dorsey

Social Science & Medicine, 1988, vol. 27, issue 11, 1183-1188

Abstract: The pilot phase of a human development intervention in the Philippines focused on improving child health. Selected household practices which influence health were targeted for modification to reduce the incidence of child morbidity. Completion rates of 69.5% of recommended activities led to a decrease of 70.0% of reported diarrhea and fever. Local health leaders and promoters were involved in providing administration and instruction, which served to increase local problem-solving skills and self-reliance. Essential components of an effective intervention are identified.

Keywords: child; morbidity; diarrhea; Philippines; health; intervention; human; development (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 1988
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