Relationship Between Immunization Status and Stunting in Toddler aged 2 – 5 Years in Banjarejo Village

Abstract

Indonesia is one of the countries ranked in the top ten countries with a high stunting rate in Southeast Asia with a stunting rate of 36.4%. (WHO, 2019). Banjarejo village has a stunting prevalence of 39.3% in February 2021. Immunization status is one of many factors that influences stunting. The objective of this study is to analyze the relationship between immunization status and stunting in toddlers aged 2 to 5 years in Banjarejo Village. A quantitative research approach with a Cross-Sectional design was conducted in Banjarejo Village with a sample of 84 toddlers. The data collected includes primary data and secondary data. Data analysis included univariate and bivariate using Chi-square test at 95% CI. The results of this research are there is no relation between immunization status and stunting in toddler aged 2-5 years in Banjarejo Village.