Prevalence of Iron Deficiency and Anemia among Young Children with Acute Diarrhea in Bhaktapur, Nepal

Prevalence of Iron Deficiency and Anemia among Young Children with Acute Diarrhea in Bhaktapur, Nepal

Iron deficiency anemia is still common in children under five years of age and may impair their growth and cognitive development. Diarrhea is the second most common reason for seeking medical care for young children in Nepal. However, neither screening programs nor effective preventive measures for...

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Main Authors: Ram K. Chandyo, Manjeswori Ulak, Ramesh K. Adhikari, Halvor Sommerfelt, Tor A. Strand
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-07-01
Series:Healthcare
Subjects:
iron deficiency
anemia
diarrhea
children
Nepal
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/3/3/593

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