Adherence to iron and folic acid supplementation during pregnancy among postnatal mothers seeking maternal and child healthcare at Kakamega level 5 hospital in Kenya: a cross-sectional study [version 2; peer review: 2 approved]
Background: Maternal anaemia is a public health problem worldwide, and its aetiology is linked to iron deficiency. The high nutrient demand during pregnancy exacerbates the condition. To meet the increased nutritional demand, supplementation of iron and folic acid (IFA) is key. The supplements are p...
Main Authors: | Felix Bahati, Salome Kairu-Wanyoike, Japheth Mativo Nzioki |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wellcome
2021-07-01
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Series: | Wellcome Open Research |
Online Access: | https://wellcomeopenresearch.org/articles/6-80/v2 |
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