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

chronic kidney disease
iron deficiency
public health
pregnant women
gestational age
risk factors
low birth weight
birth weight
physical activity
body mass index
pregnancy outcomes