TO STUDY THE FACTORS INFLUENCING ANEMIA AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS

Abstract

Background: The prevalence depends on the socio demographic conditions, food intake patterns, cultural beliefs and is quite heterogeneous across the country Methods: This was cross-sectional study. A total of 100 girls were interviewed and were investigated for their Hemoglobin concentration. A predesigned and pretested schedule was used to collect the information about the participants. Results: The association between SES and anemia was found stastically significant. The association between mother education and anemia was also found stastically significant but association between type of family and anemia was also found stastically Insignificant. Conclusion: Nutrition education along with nutritional supplementation and iron folic acid tablets should be provided to all girls. Key Words: Adolescent Girls, Anaemia, Socio-Demographic Characteristics, Education