Community Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM)

Community Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM) is a program designed to identify and treat children suffering from severe malnutrition, often due to factors like poverty, illness, or food insecurity. CMAM emphasizes local community involvement, using health workers to screen children and provide nutritional education. Affected children receive specially formulated therapeutic foods and can be treated at home or in local clinics, reducing the need for hospitalization. This approach ensures timely care, supports families, and strengthens the overall health of communities while addressing the underlying causes of malnutrition.