Availability of adequate iodized salt at household level in rural communities in Farta district, Northwest, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

Abstract Introduction Iodine is a crucial trace element for thyroid hormone synthesis. All age groups are affected by iodine deficiency disorders (IDD), especially pregnant women, young women, and children. Iodine deficiency disorder has been recognized as a serious public health issue in Ethiopia....

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Main Authors: Yalelet Fentaw Shiferaw, Wubshet Debebe Negash, Daniel Gashaneh Belay, Haileyesus Birhan, Desale Bihonegn Asmamaw
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-06-01
Series:BMC Nutrition
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40795-023-00728-7