Prevalence and Correlates of Nutritional Anaemia among Adolescent Girls of Distt. U.S. Nagar, Uttarakhand

Juyal, Divya; Kushwaha, Archana

doi:10.9734/ejnfs/2018/42883

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“…Anemia in the third trimester of pregnancy is associated with adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes. A retrospective study from Pakistan reported both adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes such as postpartum hemorrhage, prolonged or obstructed labor, gestational hypertension, and preeclampsia, with neonatal complications ranging from early neonatal death, stillbirth, preterm delivery, to low birth weight [2]. Moreover, anemia risk in urban women is reduced up to 73% due to better health and sanitation facilities [3].…”

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“…Iron, as part of structural component of hemoglobin, plays an important role in the transportation of oxygen from the lungs to the body cells [1]. Iron is essential to produce hemoglobin by erythroblasts; thus, if there is an insufficient supply of iron, the cells fail to produce hemoglobin, resulting in a condition known as "anemia" [2]. The normal level of hemoglobin for non-pregnant women and males (aged 15 years and above) is 120 gm/L and 130 gm/L respectively, according to the World Health Organization.…”

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“…The normal level of hemoglobin for non-pregnant women and males (aged 15 years and above) is 120 gm/L and 130 gm/L respectively, according to the World Health Organization. If the level is detected below the normal range, we call the condition as "anemia" [2][3]. In the past few decades, anemia has been one of the major global developmental health problems, and this non-communicable disease is increasing rapidly in both developed and developing countries [4].…”

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Factors Related to Anemia Prevalence Among Women of Childbearing Age in the Period of Global Pandemic

Hammad¹,

Fardoos²,

Arif³

et al. 2023

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BackgroundHealth authorities in Pakistan in collaboration with local and foreign non-government organizations are working hard to achieve the targets set by World Health Organization in 2012, that is, to reduce anemia prevalence and its related factors. However, due to the prevailing COVID-19 crisis, all resources and attention were diverted toward it, which led to ignorance of existing basic health issues. ObjectiveThis study assesses anemia prevalence and its related factors among women of childbearing age in the period of global pandemic. MethodsA time-lagged, cross-sectional survey was conducted using a self-administered questionnaire among 1,702 volunteer women aged between 15 and 49 years across five major cities of Pakistan from January 2021 to December 2021 using the non-probability consecutive sampling technique. Blood sample results were analyzed to determine prevalence and anemia severity. The chi-squared test and multiple logistic regression were performed to examine the relationship and effect of related factors with hemoglobin levels using SPSS version 26. ResultsAmong the 1,702 respondents, 788 (46.3%) were non-anemic and 914 (53.7%) were anemic. Anemia prevalence in Karachi was slightly greater (n=294, 55.48%) compared to other cities, and the mean hemoglobin level was 11.98 ± 0.92 g/dL. The chi-square test and multiple logistic regression indicated that the respondents' employment status, mother's profession, family income, living conditions, chronic health conditions, use of iron and folic acid supplements, junk food, source of drinking water, and knowledge about anemia and its preventive measures were associated significantly with anemia during the pandemic. ConclusionResults confirmed that anemia is a multi-factor health problem and that it was totally ignored during the COVID-19 pandemic, as the prevalence increased during the pandemic. Therefore, more attention should be paid to anemia surveillance, anemia awareness programs, and mobilization of community health workers and volunteers to reach a wide range of the population, including women of childbearing age even during the pandemic.

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Factors Related to Anemia Prevalence Among Women of Childbearing Age in the Period of Global Pandemic

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“…Multiple studies have established that anemia is significantly more prevalent in individuals who consume their main meal only once per day compared to those who have it three times per day. However, it is also noted that anemia is more common among those who eat two meals per day (44)(45)(46). A majority of studies involving women have found a correlation between meal frequency and the incidence of anemia (45,47,48).…”

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Anemia Association with Socio -Demographic and Dietary Related Factors among Women of Childbearing Age: A Review Article

Channar,

Islam,

Halepoto

et al. 2023

JHRR

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Anemia is a common condition that significantly impacts women of reproductive age and is recognized as one of the most prevalent nutritional deficiency conditions globally. This review study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and severity of anemia and its association with contributing factors among women of reproductive age. The key causes of anemia identified are age between 25-35, low income, residing in remote areas, and limited access to healthcare. The study proposes that preventing low birth weight, perinatal, and maternal mortality is contingent upon effectively treating anemia in women of childbearing age. It is essential for women of reproductive age, particularly those in disadvantaged circumstances, to improve their financial and educational status, alter their eating habits, and enhance their overall health. Consuming meals rich in rice, tea, and plant-based foods should be minimized as they contribute to the increased incidence of anemia. The study emphasizes that national nutrition programs should focus on developing strategies to promote the consumption of fruits and vegetables, particularly in rural areas of Pakistan, to address anemia among women of reproductive age.

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“…Research suggests that most nursing students are young adults, typically aged between 19 and 21, and often come from lower middle-class backgrounds (7). It has been observed that students frequently skip meals, a concerning trend (7,11,12), and this behavior may be influenced by factors like low household income, even when students are not necessarily lacking appetite (13). In Pakistan, nurses constitute a significant portion of the healthcare workforce.…”

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Prevalence, Severity of Anemia and Meal Skipping Behaviour among Undergraduate Students: A Cross Sectional Study

Channar,

Chapsi,

Mahar

et al. 2023

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Background: Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA) is a significant global health challenge, particularly affecting women and students in developing countries. Despite its prevalence, IDA often remains underdiagnosed and overlooked, especially in regions with limited resources. The World Health Organization identifies iron deficiency as one of the leading risk factors contributing to global mortality. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and severity of anemia and to assess dietary habits among undergraduate nursing students in a private sector institution in Pakistan, with a focus on understanding the gender differences in anemia prevalence. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 105 first- and second-year nursing students (47 females, 58 males) at a private nursing institution in Karachi, from August to December 2022. Data collection included demographic information, dietary habits, and a 3-milliliter venous blood sample for hematological analysis. Anemia was classified based on hemoglobin levels, with thresholds set at <12 g/dl for females and <13 g/dl for males. Results: The prevalence of anemia was found to be significantly higher in females (53.2%) compared to males (15.5%). Among the anemic participants, 55.8% had mild anemia, 41.2% moderate anemia, and 2.9% severe anemia. The severity of anemia was predominantly higher among females, with 29.8% experiencing moderate and 2.1% severe anemia. Additionally, 60.9% of the students reported skipping breakfast, with a higher tendency observed among anemic females (51.0%). Conclusion: The study highlights a considerable prevalence of anemia among female nursing students, with moderate anemia being more common. The association between anemia and dietary habits, particularly skipping breakfast, was evident. These findings underscore the need for targeted nutritional interventions and regular health monitoring in this demographic.

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Prevalence and Correlates of Nutritional Anaemia among Adolescent Girls of Distt. U.S. Nagar, Uttarakhand

Cited by 3 publications

References 14 publications

Factors Related to Anemia Prevalence Among Women of Childbearing Age in the Period of Global Pandemic

Factors Related to Anemia Prevalence Among Women of Childbearing Age in the Period of Global Pandemic

Anemia Association with Socio -Demographic and Dietary Related Factors among Women of Childbearing Age: A Review Article

Prevalence, Severity of Anemia and Meal Skipping Behaviour among Undergraduate Students: A Cross Sectional Study

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