Availability of adequate iodized salt at household level in rural communities in Farta district, Northwest, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Iodine is a crucial trace element for thyroid hormone synthesis. All age groups are affected by iodine deficiency disorders (IDD), especially pregnant women, young women, and children. Iodine deficiency disorder has been recognized as a serious public health issue in Ethiopia. Therefore, the aim of the current study was to assess the availability of iodized salt and associated factors at the household (HH) level in the Farta district, northwest, Ethiopia.

Methods

A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted involving 704 participants in Farta District, Northwest Ethiopia, between February and March 2021. A multi-stage sampling technique was employed to recruit participants. Data were collected using pretested and structured questionnaires administered b

SUBMITTER: Shiferaw YF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10288757 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature