Analisis Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Balita Gizi Buruk di Kota Padang

Abstract

Malnutrition among toddlers remains a serious issue in Padang City, indicating inequality in access to and quality of healthcare. Although various programs have been implemented, cases of severe malnutrition among toddlers are still detected in several districts. This study aims to analyze the factors influencing toddler malnutrition in Padang City during the 2020-2024 period. The study uses secondary data obtained from publications of the Central Statistics Agency of Padang City, Covering 11 districts. The dependent variable is the number of health facilities, the number of health workers, the number of babies with Low Birth Weight (LBW), and the number of births. Data were analyzed using panel data regression in Rstudio. Specification tests indicated theat the Common Effect Model is the most appropriate. Patially, the number of health facilities and the number of workers have a significant effect on the number of malnourished toddlers. The coefficient of determination shows that 34,34% of variation in the dependent variable can be explained by the independent variables, while the rest is explained by other factors. This study contributes to understanding the dynamics of toddler malnutrition in Padang City and can serve as reference for future nutrition intervention policies.