Entitlements, coping mechanisms and indicators of access to food: wollo region, ethiopia, 1987-88 |
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Authors: | Kelly M |
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Institution: | Joint Centre for Public Health Studies, University of Wales College of Medicine, Heath Park, Cardiff CF4 4XN UK |
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Abstract: | Vulnerability to famine and traditional responses to food insecurity in Wollo Region, Ethiopia are described. The timeliness of anthropometric and socio-economic indicators of access to food is then assessed, using data collected in Wollo by Save the Children Fund during 1987–88, a period of drought and subsequent food insecurity. The movements of different indicators are then examined for evidence of correspondence at sub-district level. The author concludes that although anthropometric status does not respond as early as crop yield or grain price, a deterioration in anthropometric status is detectable at a stage when livestock and migration indicators show little or no change and mortality rate remains unaffected. At sub-district level, changes in different indicators are not well-correlated. |
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