A Community based Study of Anaemia Burden using Hemocue 201 in Eastern India

Bhatia, Vikas; Parida, Swayam Pragyan; Mahajan, Preetam; Bhattacharjee, Sourav

doi:10.47203/ijch.2020.v32i02.012

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“…However, it is important to note that several studies have validated HemoCue 201 against gold standards in various populations [ 33 , 34 , 84 ] for the screening of anemia, and good correlation coefficients and high sensitivity and specificity were reported. The device has been widely used for community-based assessment of anemia among different age ranges [ 85 ], highlighting the practicality of the method and its high correlation with laboratory autoanalyzers. Furthermore, the dietary behavior questionnaire did not allow for detailed information on food consumption.…”

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Prevalence and Correlates of Anemia among Adolescents Living in Hodeida, Yemen

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This study assesses the prevalence and correlates of anemia among adolescents living in the war-affected region of Hodeida in Yemen. A secondary objective was to examine the effect of a nutrition education intervention on hemoglobin levels among anemic adolescents. A cross-sectional study was conducted on a random sample of adolescents aged 15–19 years in Hodeida (n = 400). A questionnaire was administered to inquire about demographic, socioeconomic, lifestyle and clinical characteristics. Capillary blood was obtained, anthropometric characteristics were measured and stool samples were collected. As for the secondary objective, anemic adolescents were randomly assigned to an intervention group (nutrition education and iron supplementation) and a control group (iron supplements only). The prevalence of anemia was 37.8%. Female gender, khat chewing, excessive menstruation, and experiencing headaches, fatigue, or dizziness were independent predictors of anemia. In contrast, adolescents who attended private schools, and reported snack consumption or handwashing had a significantly lower risk of anemia. A sample of 116 adolescents participated in the intervention (3 months). Hemoglobin levels were significantly higher in the intervention group compared to the control. Our findings contribute to the identification of high-risk groups that should be targeted by context-specific interventions. The implemented multicomponent intervention may serve as a prototype for larger-scale preventive programs.

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“…Across South Asia, younger girls were thought to have an increased risk of experiencing complications during pregnancy and delivery due to their physical immaturity [ 21 , 48 – 50 , 54 , 59 , 60 , 65 , 68 , 71 , 74 , 85 , 88 , 95 , 98 , 100 , 102 , 105 , 109 , 116 , 119 , 121 ]. This was attributed to early marriage [ 47 , 51 , 55 , 66 , 77 , 88 , 110 ].…”

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“Can’t live willingly”: A thematic synthesis of qualitative evidence exploring how early marriage and early pregnancy affect experiences of pregnancy in South Asia

Miller,

Dulal,

Rai

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PLOS Glob Public Health

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In South Asia, early marriage has been associated with a range of adverse outcomes during pregnancy and infancy. This may partly be explained by early marriage leading to a younger maternal age, however it remains unclear which other factors are involved. This review aimed to synthesise the qualitative evidence on experiences of pregnancy following early marriage or early pregnancy in South Asia, to inform our understanding of the mechanisms between early marriage and adverse pregnancy outcomes. We searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus, Global Index Medicus, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Web of Science, and grey literature on 29/11/2022 to identify papers on experiences of pregnancy among those who married or became pregnant early in South Asia (PROSPERO registration number: CRD42022304336, funded by an MRC doctoral training grant). Seventy-nine papers from six countries were included after screening. We appraised study quality using an adapted version of the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme tool for qualitative research. Reporting of reflexivity and theoretical underpinnings was poor. We synthesised findings thematically, presenting themes alongside illustrative quotes. We categorised poor pregnancy experiences into: care-seeking challenges, mental health difficulties, and poor nutritional status. We identified eight inter-connected themes: restrictive social hierarchies within households, earning social position, disrupted education, social isolation, increased likelihood of and vulnerability to abuse, shaming of pregnant women, normalisation of risk among younger women, and burdensome workloads. Socioeconomic position and caste/ethnic group also intersected with early marriage to shape experiences during pregnancy. While we found differences between regions, the heterogeneity of the included studies limits our ability to draw conclusions across regions. Pregnancy experiences are largely determined by social hierarchies and the quality of relationships within and outside of the household. These factors limit the potential for individual factors, such as education and empowerment, to improve experiences of pregnancy for girls married early.

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“…The burden of anemia in the eastern part of India is very high because of the low consumptions of IFA. (16) According to NFHS-4, 34.1% of children below the age of five in Odisha, are stunted. Weight loss due to inadequate food intake or a recent illness leads children to be wasted (too thin for their height).…”

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A Study of Sustainable Nutrition Security and Agricultural Production in Odisha

Mohanty¹,

Mallick²

2022

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The sustainable development goals (SDGs) vision 2030 creates a centralized structure of international collaboration to encourage sustainable development. The challenge for countries around the globe is lack of nutrition, which is vital not only for human growth and development, but also for treatment and prevention of diseases. The second SDG, "End hunger, achieve food security and better nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture," includes nutrition as a key component to enhance healthy, sustainable diets while simultaneously ensuring global food security. Good nutrition is dependent on availability and supply of food. Agriculture is the backbone of all food systems and it is important for ensuring healthy, safe, affordable, and sustainable diets for children. On the other hand, the association between agriculture and nutrition status is far from clear. Agriculture continues to be Odisha’s economic backbone and a key source of livelihood for majority of the state's population, mostly concentrated in rural areas. Researches done in areas of the growing trend of agriculture production and nutritional status of Odisha are generally lacking the interlink between these two. An effort has been made in the present paper to connect these two vital areas of research through Govt. programs (TPDS, MDM, and ICDS), implemented by the Government of Odisha.

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A Community based Study of Anaemia Burden using Hemocue 201 in Eastern India

Cited by 4 publications

References 7 publications

Prevalence and Correlates of Anemia among Adolescents Living in Hodeida, Yemen

Prevalence and Correlates of Anemia among Adolescents Living in Hodeida, Yemen

“Can’t live willingly”: A thematic synthesis of qualitative evidence exploring how early marriage and early pregnancy affect experiences of pregnancy in South Asia

A Study of Sustainable Nutrition Security and Agricultural Production in Odisha

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