Burden and causes of anemia in Vietnam: insights from the global burden of disease data.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Anemia is a significant global health issue, impacting 1.92 billion people and ranking as a leading cause of disability. It is marked by low hemoglobin levels, which hinder oxygen delivery to vital organs and result from causes such as nutritional deficiencies and chronic diseases. Despite some progress, anemia remains a major concern in Southeast Asia, including Vietnam. Although the country has reduced its anemia rates, the progress is insufficient to achieve the WHO's 2030 targets for anemia reduction among women of reproductive age. This study explores anemia trends and socio-economic determinants in Vietnam, with a focus on age and gender differences, to inform targeted interventions and policy development.

Methods

This study used the Global Burden of Disease

SUBMITTER: Behera DK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11529559 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature