Essential package of child survival
Micronutrient supplementation
For the reduction of child mortality, the most important micronutrient supplementation is vitamin A, given every six months for children aged 6-59 months. Micronutrient supplementation of the mother, including iron and folic acid provided through antenatal care and vitamin A given in the postnatal period may be determined by national guidelines. Improved diets including fortification and supplementation of food are necessary to achieve appropriate micronutrient levels for children and mothers.