Vaccination Status and Household Income as Risk Factors for Stunting in Toddlers

Abstract

Stunting is one of the main health problems in society, especially in toddlers. The prevalence of stunting in Indonesia is still quite high. The prevalence of stunting among children under five in South Konawe Regency has fluctuated in the last 3 years; namely, in 2021 it was 15.9%, in 2022 it was 15.3%, and in 2023 it was 18.5%. This study aims to identify risk factors for stunting in toddlers aged 12-59 months in coastal communities in South Konawe Regency. This research uses a quantitative observation method with a case-control study approach. The population was 161 toddlers, and the sample was 92 people consisting of two groups, namely the case and control groups, with a ratio of 1:1. Statistical analysis using the Odd Ratio (OR) test with α=0.05 (CI=95%). The research results obtained basic immunization status (OR = 2.910; 95% CI = 1.248-6.786) and family income (OR = 1.692; 95% CI = 0.741-3.861). It can be concluded that immunization status is a predictor of stunting incidents in toddlers aged 12-59 months, while family income is not a predictor of stunting incidents in toddlers aged 12-59 months in the coastal areas of South Konawes Regency.