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13 articles for “Iron deficiency”
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A Review on Iron Nanoparticles for Food Fortification with Iron Deficiency Anemia
Abstract: Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a global health problem that affects people of all ages. Of the many options available, salt supplementation is the best and most cost-effective way to ensure nutritious food security in a large community. Stabilization of Fe salts is a difficult task because most iron compounds (ferrous sulfate, ferric chloride) used for concentration are soluble in water. It has been established that the size of iron …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Effectiveness of Self Instructional Module on Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Iron Deficiency Anaemia among Adolescent Girls at Selected Pre-university Colleges of Moodbidri
Abstract: Introduction: Iron deficiency occurs when the body fails to create enough healthy red blood cells. It happens when the body doesn't have enough iron, a vital component needed for producing hemoglobin. The World Health Organization estimates that anaemia affects 40% of children aged 6 to 59 months, 37% of pregnant women, and 30% of women aged 15 to 49 years globally. According to National Family Health Survey 5 (2019-21), prevalence …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Effectiveness of an Educational Intervention in Improving Knowledge on the Prevention of Iron Deficiency Anaemia Among School Students
Abstract: Iron deficiency anaemia is recognized as one of the most prevalent nutritional health problems among school-going children and adolescents across the world. Factors, such as insufficient intake of iron-rich foods, unhealthy dietary habits, and inadequate awareness about preventive strategies, play a major role in increasing its occurrence. The current study was undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness of an educational intervention in improving knowledge regarding the prevention of iron deficiency anaemia …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Amla Juice with Elemental Iron Among Adolescent Girls on Iron Deficiency Anemia in Government School, Puthur, Madurai
Abstract: Objectives: To assess the level of iron deficiency anemia among adolescent girls; to evaluate the effectiveness of amla juice with elemental iron among adolescent girls on iron deficiency anemia; and to find out the association between the level of iron deficiency anemia among adolescent girls with their selected socio-demographic variables. Hypotheses: There is a significant difference between pre- and post-test levels of iron deficiency anemia among adolescent girls; there is …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 3–13 Read article
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Iron-Deficiency Anaemia
Abstract: Women are facing challenges every day to run life. health wise also many diseases like heart diseases, cervical cancers, breast cancers, ovarian cancer, osteomyelitis, sexually transmitted diseases, urinary tract infection, iron-deficiency anaemia, stress and depression etc. are easily affects women than men. In that iron-deficiency anaemia causes ill health to women. 39.6% of all women have anaemia in India as per the World Health Organization (WHO) report. Iron-deficiency anaemia appears …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 33–36 Read article
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Evaluating the Effectiveness of A Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge About Preventing Iron Deficiency Anemia Among Antenatal Mothers At GIMS Gadag
Abstract: The study aimed to assess the impact of a structured teaching program on the knowledge of iron deficiency anemia among pregnant mothers at GIMS Government Hospital in Gadag. Employing a quasi-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test approach, 30 antenatal mothers were purposively sampled. The initial pre-test revealed that 60% had inadequate knowledge, and 40% had moderate knowledge regarding iron deficiency anemia. The mean knowledge score in the pre-test …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 34–56 Read article
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Effectiveness Of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge regarding Iron Deficiency Anemia Among Adolescent Girls in Selected Schools At Tiruvannamalai District.
Abstract: Introduction: Anemia is one of the most widespread public health problems especially in developing countries. Materials and Methods: A quantitative approach was used in the study; a quasi- experimental one group pretest posttest design was adopted. The sample sizes 30. The conceptual framework was based on the modified model of Widenbache’s Helping of Clinical Nursing Theory (1964). A convenience sampling technique was adopted. The tool used for data collection was …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Development of Plant Based Iron Rich Food Products and Their Efficacy Evaluation Using Food Based Approach
Abstract: Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is the most wide spread nutritional problem and affects over 2 billion people. The main reason for IDA has been determined to be inadequate intake of iron and low bioavailability (1-6%) of dietary iron from plant foods. Food based approaches to addressing IDA in India are being promoted, but information on to what extent food combination would improve the bioavailability of iron is fragmentary. Vitamin C …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 23–42 Read article
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Non-Drug Management of Restless Legs Syndrome or Willis–Ekbom Disease
Abstract: Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition which causes an uncontrollable urge to move legs because of an uncomfortable sensation. It begins or worsens during periods of rest or inactivity, is partially or totally relieved by movements, and is exacerbated or occurs at night and in the evening. RLS sufferers represent 2%–3% of the population in the western countries. RLS, also known as Willis–Ekbom disease, can begin at any age …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 62–66 Read article
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ANEMIA AND DIET
Abstract: Anemia is a condition that occurs when hemoglobin level goes below the normal range. As a result of it, the oxygen carrying capacity to the tissues gets diminished. Among the various types of anemia, nutritional anemia due to iron deficiency is the commonest one and it can be treated with dietary measures. But adequate knowledge about the diet and its absorption are very essential to combat it. Intake of iron …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Anemia in Pregnancy
Abstract: Anemia is considered a severe public health problem by World Health Organization as its prevalence is greater than 40%. It has major consequences for human health as well as social and economic development and is responsible for 20% of maternal deaths. Anemia is the reduction in circulating hemoglobin mass below the critical level. Faulty dietetic habit, faulty absorption mechanism, iron loss through excessive sweating, hookworm infestation, chronic malaria, bleeding piles …
Published in International Journal of Obstetrics, Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Examination of Internal Defects in the Casting Process by Using a Scanning Electron Microscopy
Abstract: In today's manufacturing landscape, stringent requirements and specifications for mechanical properties and other characteristics have become crucial for top casting manufacturers. This paper focuses on using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) as a powerful tool to analyze internal defects that significantly impact the performance of castings. Specifically, it delves into various aspects of this approach, including the identification of bifilm deficiencies in ductile and chromium cast iron, near-surface corrosion induced by …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 6–18 Read article
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Translation to Elderly Medicine: What We Require Now
Abstract: The world is now facing a pandemic, which has consumed millions of lives and has caused serious setbacks and deteriorations in the profile of developed countries. It is for the first-time that the efficiency, quality, standard and operational realism of the existing health care system is tested to such an extreme extent. The identified deficiencies are now believed to be rectified by instituting prevention strategies, purchase of medical equipment, lockdowns, …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 20–23 Read article