Percentage of children under age 5 with fever

Definition:

• Percentage of children under age 5 with fever refers to proportion of young children under age 5 years who have a body temperature exceeding the normal range. It essentially indicates how prevalent fever is within that age group.
• Fever: This is an elevated body temperature above the normal range. The exact definition of "normal" can vary slightly, but it typically falls around 37.5°C (99.5°F) orally.

Unit of Measure:

• Percent (%)

Year:

• 2007, 2012, 2017

Source:

• BKKBN - IDHS

SDG Indicator:

• 3 Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

CPAP Outcome:

• Child Survival and Development

CPAP Output:

• 1.4 MNCH (Maternal, Newborn and Child Health)