Over 1 billion people globally are affected by iron-deficiency anemia. In sub-Saharan Africa, anemia is a major public health concern with roughly 60% of the population suffering from anemia. Around ...

A groundbreaking study has revealed that a single iron infusion during the third trimester can significantly reduce anemia in pregnant women, outperforming oral iron tablets. This innovation can ...

Studies show patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and COVID-19 are at increased risk for an intensive care unit stay and early death. Anemia is an extra risk factor.

Iron deficiency is widespread globally. Women are particularly affected, with one in five in Europe suffering from iron ...

Shannon Wood Rothenberg walked into her annual physical feeling fine. But more than a year later, she's still paying the price. Routine bloodwork from that spring 2018 medical visit suggested ...

In a rigorous medical records study covering tens of thousands of patients, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers conclude that some patients with preoperative anemia have better outcomes if they get ...

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