Direct Dispensing of Prenatal Supplements With Iron Reduces Anemia
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 27, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Directly providing prenatal iron supplements significantly improves average hematocrit levels throughout pregnancy and reduces anemia in underserved patients, according to a study published online Sept. 1 …
Learn MoreHypertension, Anemia Contribute to Racial Disparities in Severe Maternal Morbidity
FRIDAY, Sept. 8, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Hypertension and anemia contribute to racial disparities in severe maternal morbidity (SMM), according to two studies published online Sept. 7 in Obstetrics & Gynecology.Stephanie A. Leonard, Ph.D., from Stanf…
Learn MoreSpace Travel Takes Toll on Astronauts’ Blood, Bone
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) — When astronauts travel to space, the experience depletes their red blood cells and bone, according to a new study. Fortunately, it appears their bodies can eventually replenish them after they’ve returned t…
Learn MoreAnemia Remains Considerable Global Health Challenge
THURSDAY, Aug. 10, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Anemia remains a considerable global health challenge, according to a study published online July 31 in The Lancet Haematology.William M. Gardener, M.P.H., from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluatio…
Learn MoreUn 40 por ciento de las chicas y mujeres jóvenes de EE. UU. tienen deficiencia de hierro
MIÉRCOLES, 28 de junio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Casi 4 de cada 10 chicas y mujeres jóvenes no tienen suficiente hierro, y quizá sus periodos tengan la culpa, muestra un nuevo estudio de EE. UU. El sangrado menstrual, sobre todo cuando es intenso, e…
Learn MoreIron Deficiency Common Among Teens, Young Women
WEDNESDAY, June 28, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Iron deficiency is common among females aged 12 to 21 years and, for most, is not associated with iron-deficiency anemia, according to a research letter published in the June 27 issue of the Journal of the …
Learn MoreIron Deficiency Common Among Teens, Young Women
WEDNESDAY, June 28, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Iron deficiency is common among females aged 12 to 21 years and, for most, is not associated with iron-deficiency anemia, according to a research letter published in the June 27 issue of the Journal of the …
Learn MoreForty Percent of U.S. Girls, Young Women Are Iron Deficient
WEDNESDAY, June 28, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Nearly 4 out of 10 girls and young women aren’t getting enough iron and they may have their periods to blame, a new U.S. study shows.Menstrual bleeding, especially when heavy, is a major risk factor for iro…
Learn MoreLow-Dose Aspirin Could Raise Anemia Risks in Older Adults
TUESDAY, June 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Taking daily low-dose aspirin increases the risk of anemia in the elderly, a new clinical trial suggests.Not only does it raise anemia risk by more than 20% in people 70 or older, it is also associated with a…
Learn MoreIncrease in Incident Anemia Seen With Low-Dose Aspirin in Older Adults
TUESDAY, June 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — For older adults, low-dose aspirin is associated with increased incident anemia and a decrease in ferritin when compared with placebo, according to a study published online June 20 in the Annals of Internal M…
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