Perspectives on Iron Deficiency as a Cause of Human Disease in Global Public Health

Abstract

Iron (Fe) is a necessary trace element in numerous pathways of human metabolism. Therefore, Fe deficiency is capable of causing multiple health problems. Apart from the well-known microcytic anemia, lack of Fe can cause severe psychomotor disorders in children, pregnant women, and adults in general. Iron deficiency is a global health issue, mainly caused by dietary deficiency but aggravated by inflammatory conditions. The challenges related to this deficiency need to be addressed on national and international levels. This review aims to summarize briefly the disease burden caused by Fe deficiency in the context of global public health and aspires to offer some hands-on guidelines.

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“…Anemia is a public health issue prevalent worldwide and affects individuals of all ages, with women, pregnant women, children, and the elderly being particularly vulnerable. This condition can have serious health consequences, including fatigue, weakness, difficulty concentrating, impaired cognitive development in children, pregnancy complications, and untreated cases that may lead to death [21,22]. The primary treatment for anemia involves the intake of iron pills, which may cause discomfort for the patient.…”