00729nam a2200109Ia 4500080001800000100002400018245009000042260002800132300001000160520043100170583001800601 a15.03.02 M385 aMartínez, Rodrigo aHunger and malnutrition in the countries of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS) bCEPALaSantiagoCLc2005 a41 p. aDescribes the characteristics of extreme poverty, food security, malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies, with a look at the prospects of fulfilling the Millennium Development Goals. Identifies vulnerable groups and the economic effects associated with malnutrition. Describes the main policies and programmes under implementation together with proposals aimed at maximizing the cost effectiveness of such interventions. c2/24/06kJOYD