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Analysis explores non-fatal health impacts of dietary iron deficiency anemia in Eastern Sub-Saharan Africa, indicating a persistent public health issue.
Introduction Anemia is a global public health concern. This study aimed to analyze the non-fatal health outcomes of dietary iron deficiency anemia in ESSA from 1990 to 2023. Methods Data from the Global Burden of Diseases 2023 study was used to estimate the non-fatal health outcomes of dietary iron deficiency anemia. Results In 2023, the age-standardized prevalence and YLD rate of dietary iron deficiency anemia were 26899 (95% UI: 23092, 31657), and 807 (95% UI: 488, 1357) in ESSA. The Prevalence and YLD rates were highest among children under five years, with females showing higher rates across nearly all age groups. From 1990 to 2023, the age-standardized rates remained unchanged throughout the region. Conclusion Dietary iron deficiency anemia remains a public health problem in the ESSA region since 1990.
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