essay
Mothers and infants
kiribati: a changing atoll culture • [Suva, Fiji] • Published In 1985 • Pages: 17-25
By: Teatao Tira, Rite.
Abstract
This document discusses the state of Kiribati maternal and child care. While recognizing recent expansion of health facilities and services, the author argues that children are suffering from malnutrition primarily caused by increasing dependence on cheap imported food. The problem is exacerbated by mothers' involvement in income-generating activities which, while economically helpful, reduce time for childcare. For maps, glossary, and bibliography see Mason (1985).
- HRAF PubDate
- 2018
- Region
- Oceania
- Sub Region
- Micronesia
- Document Type
- essay
- Evaluation
- Creator Type
- Government Official
- Document Rating
- 5: Excellent Primary Data
- Analyst
- Teferi Abate Adem ; 2016
- Field Date
- 1982-1985
- Coverage Date
- 1977-1985
- Coverage Place
- South Tarawa, Northern Kiribati Islands, Republic of Kiribati
- Notes
- Rite Teatao Tira ; photographs by Tony Whincup
- LCCN
- 86214124
- LCSH
- Kiribati--Social life and customs
- Kiribati--Social conditions