Evaluating the Benazir Nashonuma Program's impact on child stunting in Pakistan
Impact Assessment of Benazir Nashonuma Program (BNP) on Stunting Prevention Among Children 0-59 Months of Age in Pakistan
This study is testing if the Benazir Nashonuma Program can help reduce stunting in young children living in low-income areas of Pakistan compared to those receiving regular care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 13200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 1 Day to 59 Months |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Aga Khan University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Karachi, Sindh) |
| Trial ID | NCT06025786 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the Benazir Nashonuma Program (BNP) in reducing stunting among under-five children in low-income areas of Pakistan. It will compare the prevalence of stunting and other nutritional indicators in districts where BNP is implemented against control districts with conventional reproductive care services. The study will track changes over a four-year period, focusing on maternal and child health outcomes. By addressing malnutrition during the critical first 1000 days of life, the study seeks to improve health and development in vulnerable populations.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are households with an under-five child whose mother is registered with the Benazir Income Support Program.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have an under-five child or whose mothers are not of reproductive age will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce stunting and improve overall health outcomes for under-five children in Pakistan.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in similar interventions aimed at improving maternal and child nutrition, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
All those households are eligible to be included in the study who have: * An under-five child with a mother registered with Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) * Both available at the time of interview Exclusion criteria includes: • Mother of the child who is not a woman of reproductive age, i.e., less than 15 years or greater than 49 years
Where this trial is running
Karachi, Sindh
- Aga Khan University — Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Zulfiqar A Bhutta, PhD, FRC — Aga Khan University
- Study coordinator: Sajid Bashir Soofi, MD, CPSP
- Email: sajid.soofi@aku.edu
- Phone: +923002769398
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.