Peri-conceptional supplementation of folic acid-knowledge and practices of pregnant women and health providers
Context: Neural tube defects (NTDs) are one of the most common congenital anomalies. NTDs are preventable if folic acid (FA) is supplemented before and during conception. Knowledge and supplementation of FA by pregnant women as well as it's timely provision by health providers is crucial in red...
Main Authors: | Vartika Saxena, Manisha Naithani, Ranjeeta Kumari, Richa Singh, Pranoti Das |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2016-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care |
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Online Access: | http://www.jfmpc.com/article.asp?issn=2249-4863;year=2016;volume=5;issue=2;spage=387;epage=392;aulast=Saxena |
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