Prevalence of anaemia among pregnant women in Derna city, Libya
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20162065Keywords:
Anaemia, Derna, Libya, Pregnant women, PrevalenceAbstract
Background: Anemia is considered a major public health problem; playing an important contributor to mortality and morbidity among pregnant women globally, especially in developing countries. This study was conducted to estimate the prevalence of anemia among pregnant women in Derna, Libya.
Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted on 595 pregnant women randomly selected attending the antenatal clinic in the primary health centre in Derna city, Libya. Data was collected using a questionnaire to collect data about socio-demographic characteristics and obstetric history.
Results: The prevalence of anaemia among pregnant women was 54.6% (95% CI, 51.45% -57.75%) of with 44.5% mild anaemia. The higher prevalence of anaemia was in the third trimester of pregnancy (59.6%). Anaemia was more prevalent in pregnant women within age between 15-20 and 36-40 years and with a primary-level education. However, the prevalence of anaemia was not significant associated with socio-demographic factor, parity and gravidity.
Conclusions: The prevalence of anaemia among pregnant women in Libya is comparable to that considered as a severe public by WHO suggesting those anaemia among pregnant women is a public health problem in Libya. So, awareness regarding balanced diet, regular antenatal checkups, regular intake of iron and folic acid tablet is highly recommended.
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