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[Iron deficiency anemia in children]
1Research Division of the Reference Center for Child Nutrition, Feeding and Development (CRSMNADI), São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
Jornal De Pediatria
|December 17, 2003
Summary
Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) remains a significant public health concern in Brazil, particularly among children. Effective interventions like food fortification and supplementation exist, but require greater political and professional commitment for successful implementation.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Public Health
- Nutrition
Background:
- Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a critical global health issue, especially prevalent in children.
- Understanding iron metabolism and the triggers of IDA is essential for effective control strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the key aspects of iron deficiency anemia in children.
- To discuss effective control measures for IDA in the Brazilian context.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive review of national and international literature on iron metabolism and IDA.
- Integration of literature findings with practical clinical experience.
Main Results:
- Iron deficiency anemia persists as a major public health challenge in Brazil.
- Food fortification, iron supplementation, and nutritional education demonstrate significant efficacy in combating IDA.
Conclusions:
- Brazil possesses adequate knowledge and effective intervention strategies for IDA.
- A notable gap exists in political will and healthcare professional commitment, hindering the reversal of high IDA prevalence rates in at-risk children.