Factors affecting anemia prevention behaviors among pregnant women in Phetchabun Province, Northern Thailand.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Anemia among pregnant women is a major public health problem in Thailand and in many countries worldwide. Anemia affects the mother and fetus during pregnancy and is a leading cause of maternal death. This cross-sectional analytical study aimed to identify the factors affecting anemia prevention behaviors among pregnant women in Phetchabun Province, northern Thailand.

Methods

The study sample consisted of 383 pregnant women registered for prenatal care at four hospitals under the Ministry of Public Health in Phetchabun Province. A stratified sampling technique was performed to recruit participants. Data were collected using a questionnaire consisting of 8 sections: (1) sociodemographic characteristics, (2) knowledge about anemia in pregnant women, (3) perceived se

SUBMITTER: Khuanloy P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12661760 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature