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Predictors of iron consumption for at least 90 days during pregnancy: Findings from National Demographic Health Survey, Pakistan (2017-2018).

Sumera Aziz AliSavera Aziz AliShama RazzaqNayab KhowajaSarah GutkindFazal Ur RahemanNadir Suhail
Published in: BMC pregnancy and childbirth (2021)
These findings demonstrate complex predictors of iron consumption during pregnancy in Pakistan. There is a need to increase the number of ANC visits and the government should take necessary steps to improve access to iron supplements by targeting disadvantaged and vulnerable women who are younger, less educated, poor, and living in rural areas.
Keyphrases
  • iron deficiency
  • tertiary care
  • polycystic ovary syndrome
  • quality improvement
  • type diabetes
  • pregnant women