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NAAC is WATCH-ing Out for Women
Iron deficiency anemia in women of reproductive age is a problem that is both under-recognized and under-treated. In the U.S., 6 million women have low iron levels and about 3 million of these women will develop iron deficiency anemia.1
NAAC recognizes the difficulties women face and now provides a series of articles discussing some ways women can become anemic. Our FAQs and three-part series of articles aim to help women of all ages prevent anemia and recognize its symptoms.
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Women and Iron Deficiency Anemia
Part 1 – Heavy Menstrual Bleeding and Fibroids
Part 2 – Increased Need for Iron During Pregnancy
Part 3 – Childbirth and Postpartum Anemia
FAQs - Women's Health
Even Healthy Athletes Can Be Anemic
The vast majority of professional and serious recreational athletes are in excellent health, combining rigorous exercise with good nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. However, even the healthiest athletes, may be at risk for iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia... Full Article
Nutrition and Anemia: The Importance of Essential Vitamins
Vitamins are the nutrients that your body needs to grow, develop and work properly. When it comes to vitamins, each one has a special role to play. For example, folic acid is needed to make both red and white blood cells. Without enough of some vitamins your blood can become low on red blood cells; a condition called vitamin deficiency anemia... Full Article
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New Anemia FAQ
Q: At what point are people considered anemic? A: Anemia occurs when a patient has a lower than normal amount of red blood cells. Anemia is assessed by measuring the amount of hemoglobin, the substance in red blood cells that transports and delivers oxygen throughout your body. A doctor can determine if you are anemic by performing... |
A Woman's Daily Need for Iron  Women are at greater risk of developing iron deficiency2 anemia because they have a higher daily need for iron. Read more about Anemia & Nutrition: The Importance of Iron. |
References:
1. US Census Bureau. 1998;47:1-36. Census 2000 Summary file 1, Table PCT12.
2. Milman N, Bergholt T, Byg KE, Eriksen L, Graudal N. Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand. 1999 Oct;78(9):749-57.
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National Women’s Health Resource Center
The National Women’s Health Resource Center provides education about issues like contraception, oral health, menopause, heart disease and osteoporosis. Operating since 1988, it has since grown to become an online clearinghouse for women's health and wellness information... ...Read More About NWHRC
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