Prevalence of Iron Deficiency Anemia amongst a Subset of Female Students at Aljouf University, Sakaka, Saudi Arabia

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 23-27
Author(s):  
Abozer Y. Elderdery ◽  
Abdulaziz S. Alshaiban ◽  
Abdelgadir A. Abdelgadir
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Iron Deficiency ◽  
Iron Deficiency Anemia ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Deficiency Anemia

scholarly journals The effect of nutrition education based on PRECEDE model on iron deficiency anemia among female students

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Khani Jeihooni ◽  
Sanaz Hoshyar ◽  
Pooyan Afzali Harsini ◽  
Tayebeh Rakhshani
Keyword(s):  
Iron Deficiency ◽  
Nutrition Education ◽  
Blood Level ◽  
Iron Deficiency Anemia ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Deficiency Anemia ◽  
Fars Province ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Experimental Group

Abstract Background Iron deficiency anemia disrupts the concentration of adolescent girls; reduces their academic achievement, productivity, and physical strength, and increases the risk of infection. This research aim was to evaluate the effectiveness of the PRECEDE model nutrition education on iron deficiency anemia among female students of Fasa City, Fars Province, Iran. Methods This quasi-experimental study was done on 160 students (80 experimental and 80 control groups) who were selected using a random sampling method in Fasa City, Fars Province, Iran, in 2018–2019. The educational intervention included six sessions based PRECEDE model for 45 or 50 min. A scale of this study consisted of two parts; demographic information, and PRECEDE constructs were used to determine the nutritional behaviors status concluding preventing iron deficiency anemia and hemoglobin, hematocrit, and ferritin blood level in two (before and 4 months after intervention) times. Results In the experimental group of the students the mean age was 13.85 + 1.72 years and in the controlled group was 13.60 + 1.81 years. Moreover, there was no significant difference in the PRECEDE constructs, and nutritional behaviors preventing iron deficiency anemia before the intervention in two groups of study. However, the experimental group showed a significant increase 4 months after the intervention. Also, there was no significant difference in the mean score of hemoglobin, hematocrit, and ferritin blood level between the two groups before the intervention. However, in ferritin level, a significant increase was shown in 4 months after the intervention in the experiential group. Conclusions Based on results, the nutrition intervention education base on PRECEDE model has a positive effect to improve iron deficiency anemia preventive behaviors in female students.

scholarly journals Iron Deficiency Anemia as a Factor in Male Infertility: Awareness in Health College Students in the Jazan Region of Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (24) ◽  
pp. 12866
Author(s):  
Mohammad S. Akhter ◽  
Hassan A. Hamali ◽  
Johar Iqbal ◽  
Abdullah A. Mobarki ◽  
Hina Rashid ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Iron Deficiency ◽  
Male Infertility ◽  
Iron Deficiency Anemia ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Deficiency Anemia ◽  
P Value ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Total P

Male contribution towards couple infertility is increasing but is less discussed. We aimed to assess the knowledge about iron deficiency anemia (IDA) as a contributor to male infertility in students at health colleges of Jazan University. A multicentric, cross-sectional survey included 910 participants and 768 participants qualified as per our inclusion criteria. The questions were categorized as: Model 1—knowledge about IDA-induced male infertility; Model 2—knowledge about IDA. The average knowledge of IDA causing male infertility is very low among students. The 18–20 years age group had a lesser score for either knowledge of IDA (M2; p-value = 0.047) or total (p-value < 0.0001) compared to the older group. In addition, female students were significantly more likely to be better in achieving higher total scores (p-value = 0.023) as well as M2 scores (p-value < 0.0001) when compared to the respective male category. On the other hand, males were significantly better in scoring for M1 (p-value = 0.004) compared to females. Awareness about iron deficiency anemia as a factor in male infertility may reduce the infertility burden, arising from a preventable factor, in the Jazan region.

scholarly journals DIETARY PATTERNS, NUTRIENT INTAKES, AND NUTRITIONAL AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY STATUS OF SAUDI OLDER ADULTS: A NARRATIVE REVIEW

2015 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
H. M. Alsufiani ◽  
T.A. Kumosani ◽  
D. Ford ◽  
J.C. Mathers
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Vitamin D ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Iron Deficiency ◽  
Iron Deficiency Anemia ◽  
Dietary Patterns ◽  
Deficiency Anemia ◽  
Nutrient Intakes ◽  
Free Living

Objective: to review the dietary patterns, nutrient intakes, and nutritional and physical activity status of older adults living in Saudi Arabia, to examine geographical differences in such patterns and to identify research gaps in respect of nutrition and physical activity for this population group. Design: Databases and websites (including Pubmed, Scopus, Proquest, Google Scholar and Arab Center for Nutrition) were searched in English and Arabic languages using the following key words: nutritional status, dietary pattern, food pattern, dietary habits, micronutrient intake and status, macronutrients intake, obesity, malnutrition, iron deficiency anemia, vitamin D, physical activity, exercise, Saudi older adults and Saudi elderly. All relevant and available data for both free-living and institutionalized Saudi older adults (> 50 years old or with mean age > 50 years) published in the last 20 years were included in this review. Results: We found that free-living females consumed fewer meals, and less fruits and vegetables, but their reported energy intake was higher than for males. Low intake of vitamins C and D were common in both genders and in those who lived in western and northern regions while low intake of folate and fiber were common in institutionalized people. Omega-3 fatty acids and fish were more highly consumed by older adults living in the coastal region compared with residents in the internal region. Obesity, overweight, vitamin D deficiency and insufficiency and physical inactivity were prevalent in free living older adults throughout the country while underweight and iron deficiency anemia were prevalent in institutionalized persons. Conclusion: Information on dietary patterns, nutrient intakes, and nutritional and physical activity status of older adults living in Saudi Arabia is fragmentary and interpretation of the findings is hampered by the lack of population-representative sampling frames and the use of heterogeneous data collection tools. More systematic studies are essential to facilitate objective assessment of these important lifestyle-related factors and to inform public health policies.

Parents’ awareness on iron deficiency anemia in children in western region, Saudi Arabia

2020 ◽  
pp. 43-48
Author(s):  
Ali Algarni ◽  
Abdulelah Alalo ◽  
Haneen Bukhari ◽  
Hind Humayani ◽  
Tahani Alorabi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Iron Deficiency ◽  
Iron Deficiency Anemia ◽  
Deficiency Anemia ◽  
Western Region

scholarly journals Iron Deficiency and Iron Deficiency Anemia Are Common Epidemiological Conditions in Saudi Arabia: Report of the National Epidemiological Survey

Anemia ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Tarek Owaidah ◽  
Nouf Al-Numair ◽  
Ayman Al-Suliman ◽  
Mohammed Zolaly ◽  
Rana Hasanato ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Iron Deficiency ◽  
Iron Deficiency Anemia ◽  
Sickle Cell Trait ◽  
Epidemiological Survey ◽  
Blood Analysis ◽  
World Health ◽  
Deficiency Anemia ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Health Organization

Iron deficiency is the most prevalent nutritional deficiency worldwide. According to an estimate by the World Health Organization, up to 27% of the world’s population experience iron deficiency anemia (IDA). Studies conducted in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, have suggested that IDA is the most common cause of anemia, especially among females. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of IDA and iron deficiency (ID) among apparently healthy young university students from four regions in Saudi Arabia. Students were asked to complete a simple survey questionnaire; blood samples were then collected and analyzed after obtaining informed consent. A total of 981 students completed the survey, with 11% of the participants reporting symptoms of anemia; 34% of participants were diagnosed with IDA and 6% reported a diagnosis of hemoglobinopathy. Blood analysis confirmed the prevalence of ID and IDA in 28.6% and 10.7% of the participants, respectively; those with ID and IDA were mostly females (88.5% and 94%, resp.). Thalassemia trait and sickle cell trait were detected in 1.3% and 7% of participants, respectively. Our findings from a national survey among young university in Saudi Arabia indicate a high prevalence of ID and IDA.

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