Exploring adherence to iron and folic acid supplementation in pregnant women at rural health facilities in Waghimra zone, Northern Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Iron deficiency anemia is a prevalent condition during pregnancy, particularly in resource-limited areas, and is associated with negative fetal and maternal outcomes. A key strategy to prevent anemia during pregnancy involves ensuring adequate iron and folic acid supplementation (IFAS), diversifying the diet, deworming and infections control, such as malaria. This study aimed to assess the extent to which pregnant women at rural health facilities adhere to IFAS and to identify the factors contributing to this adherence.

Methods

A multi-center cross-sectional study was conducted from February to June 2024 at rural health facilities in Ethiopia. Systematic random sampling was used to recruit study participants, and data were collected through semi-structured questio

SUBMITTER: Seid MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12512253 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature