Iron and folic acid supplementation to children is a form of
Correct Answer: Specific protection
Description: Specific protection is a pa of primary prevention. Primary prevention - interventions are health promotion and specific protection. Specific protection includes protection of health by personal and community effos - immunization, nutrient supplementation(iron-folic acid supplementation, Vitamin A drops),chemoprophylaxis, protection against occupational hazards and accidents,control of consumer product quality and safety of foods,drugs,cosmetics,etc. Ref: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine; 24th edition - Page no. 47
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