The learning and practices among the adolescents on health, hygiene & nutrition in the JANO intervention areas of Bangladesh

Reliefweb
Jul 04, 2024

The learning and practices among the adolescents on health, hygiene & nutrition in the JANO intervention areas of Bangladesh


One-fifth of the total population of Bangladesh, approximately 36 million, are adolescents. This group often lacks knowledge and has limited access to healthcare services. Due to a variety of factors, girls have insufficient dietary diversity, meaning that they do not eat a healthy diet, resulting in one-fifth of the total being at risk for malnutrition In addition, 45% of adolescent girls practice unhealthy menstrual hygiene management which makes them even more vulnerable. Studies show that to grow and develop healthfully and with good knowledge and optimal practices, adolescents need to receive age-appropriate comprehensive education on food and nutrition, personal and menstrual hygiene and water and sanitation sexual and reproductive health (SRH), how and when to seek healthcare providers, mental health and protection.