ADOLESCENT'S ANEMIA (IRON DEFICIENCY)

ADOLESCENT’S IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA

Adolescents are likely to develop iron-deficiency anemia because of increased demands. In girls, an important additional factor is excessive loss of blood in menses. It is, therefore, advisable to provide them supplements of medicinal iron/folate, preferably with vitamin C. A public health approach comprising once weekly distribution of iron-folic acid supplementation (preferably with vitamin C) through schools and welfare centers is a desirable strategy.