Prevalence and Associated Factors of Anemia among Newborns at Jimma Medical Center, South-west Ethiopia.

Gebeyaw Arega BerihunGirum Tesfaye Kiya Wondimagegn Adissu Maleko Edosa Tadasa Kidist AdamuAbinet Tantu KombeLealem Gedefaw

Published in: Journal of blood medicine (2024)

In general, newborn anemia in this study was a moderate public health problem. Based on this study, early screening of anemia among newborns may reduce further complications. Prevention of maternal anemia during pregnancy by improving their nutritional status especially vegetable consumption had a positive impact on reducing anemia among newborns.

Keyphrases

iron deficiency
chronic kidney disease
public health
pregnant women
risk factors
gestational age
low birth weight
cord blood
high intensity
physical activity