Determinants of anemia in school-going adolescents: a case study in Douala, Cameroon

Anemia is a medical condition resulting from a reduction in the number of red blood cells below the reference range. It is a major public health problem, particularly among adolescents, as it can have negative effects on cognitive performance, growth and reproduction. This study aims to assess the d...

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Veröffentlicht in:	BMC public health 2025-01, Vol.25 (1), p.32-11, Article 32
Hauptverfasser:	Mbou, Annick Suzanne Mbazoa, Djoko, Godfroy Rostant Pokam, Ketchaji, Alice, Dama, Sali Aristide, Irita, Florence, Ngodem, Verance Carline Kegha, Magne, Manuela Tchinda, Djimefo, Alex Kevin Tako, Sobngwi, Joelle Laure
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Adolescents Analysis Anemia Blood Cameroon Care and treatment Diagnosis Douala Glycosylated hemoglobin Health aspects High school students Measurement Medical examination Prevalence studies (Epidemiology) Risk factors School environment Sickle cell anemia
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Zusammenfassung:	Anemia is a medical condition resulting from a reduction in the number of red blood cells below the reference range. It is a major public health problem, particularly among adolescents, as it can have negative effects on cognitive performance, growth and reproduction. This study aims to assess the determinants of anemia among adolescents in schools in the city of Douala. A cross-sectional study was carried out among 511 adolescents aged 10-15 years, selected by random sampling from four secondary schools in Douala. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire, including anthropometric measurements and hemoglobin tests to assess anemia. Anemia was defined according to specific thresholds (e.g. hemoglobin
ISSN:	1471-2458 1471-2458
DOI:	10.1186/s12889-024-21224-y