RESUMO
This study included 125 preschool children, 65 boys and 60 girls. Their ages ranged from 2 to 5 years classified into 2-3 years, 3-4 years and 4-5 years age groups [37.6%, 29.6% and 32.8%, respectively]. Clinical examination as well as nutritional assessment by the measurement of weight and length was compared to the standard growth charts of NCHS and application of waterlow classification. Questionnaire of the mothers about infectious diseases affecting their children in the last 6 months, vaccinations and causes of absenteeism was done. The study pointed out that all children received compulsory vaccines and its booster doses. Some received additional vaccines [e.g. HBV, MMR and meningitis, 27.2%. 25.6% and 12.8%, respectively]. RTI was the most infectious diseases but it did not affect their nutritional status because they were well nourished. Health causes of absenteeism were 46.4%, while non-health causes were 16%. The attendees were classified into six classrooms, each included [20-25] children under the supervision of six teachers and six helpers and a doctor was visiting the center twice weekly. However, elevation of health services provided in day centers is recommended