A Study to Associate Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Regarding Prevention of Anemia Among Parents of Under Five Children With Selected Socio – Demographic Variables in a Selected Rural Area in Odisha.

Parents of anemic infants have scant knowledge and poor practice regarding iron treatment. Worldwide, at any given moment, more individuals have iron-deficiency anemia than any other health problem. The present study is to find out association of knowledge, attitude and practice regarding prevention of Anemia among parents of Under five children with selected Socio-demographic variables in a selected rural area in Odisha. A quantitative approach was considered for this study. The research design is the plan, structure and strategy of investigation of answering the research question is the overall plan/ blue print that the researcher selects to carry out their study. Overall, both education level and income level show significant associations with practice, emphasizing the importance of considering these socio-demographic factors when assessing and promoting practices for anemia prevention among parents of young children. The parents with higher income levels tended to have greater knowledge regarding anemia prevention compared to those with lower income levels. This finding suggests that socio-economic status plays a significant role in accessing and acquiring information about anemia prevention. Parents with higher income have more resources, including access to healthcare services and educational materials, which contribute to their better knowledge levels. Educated parents have received formal education on health topics or have better access to information through various channels, enabling them to acquire more accurate and comprehensive knowledge about anemia prevention. Parents with higher incomes have better access to healthcare services, educational materials, and nutrition, leading to a more positive attitude towards anemia prevention.