Anemia severity among children aged 6–59 months in Gondar town, Ethiopia: a community-based cross-sectional study

Anemia severity among children aged 6–59 months in Gondar town, Ethiopia: a community-based cross-sectional study

Abstract Background Anemia is a public health problem affecting both developed and developing countries. Childhood anemia is associated with serious consequences including growth retardation, impaired motor and cognitive development, and increased morbidity and mortality. Hence, this study aimed at...

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Main Authors: Mulugeta Melku, Kefyalew Addis Alene, Betelihem Terefe, Bamlaku Enawgaw, Belete Biadgo, Molla Abebe, Kindie Fentahun Muchie, Asemarie Kebede, Tadele Melak, Tsedalu Melku
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-09-01
Series:Italian Journal of Pediatrics
Subjects:
Anemia
Associated factors
Children
Severity
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13052-018-0547-0

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