The Prevalence of Anemia Among Internally Displaced Families in Lahej Governorate, Yemen
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https://orcid.org/0009-0008-9541-5327
Abrar Aref Abdulatef
Abrar Fahd Ahmed
Ahmed Anwer Abdullah
Anwar Wagdi Mahmood
Emad Abdullah Thabit
Ertyah Amine Ateeq
Fatema Abd Qassem
Hend Jamal Mohammed
Khadiga Salah Aidroos
Mohammed Ali Qasem
Mohnad Hani Ali
Rawa Mohammed Awd
Reham Mohammed Ali
Saba Sanad Mohammed
Saleh Ahmed Thabit
Sara Khaled Mohammed
Abstract
Background: Anemia is a widespread public health issue, especially in displaced populations where nutrition and healthcare access are limited. Internally displaced families in Lahej Governorate represent a vulnerable group potentially at high risk.
Objective: To determine the prevalence and severity of anemia among internally displaced children and women in Lahij Governorate and to assess associated hematological parameters.
Method: A crosssectional study was conducted from July to October 2024 on 279 individuals (149 children and 130 women) from internally displaced families. Blood samples were collected and analyzed for hemoglobin concentration and other hematological indices using standard laboratory techniques.
Results: Among children, 22.8% were found to be anemic, with a slightly higher prevalence in females (55.9%) than males (44.1%). Among women, anemia was present in 26.2% of the participants, predominantly in those under 45 years old. Anemic individuals showed significantly lower levels of Hb, HCT, MCV, MCH, and MCHC compared to non-anemic counterparts Among anemic children, 58.8% had mild, 35.3% moderate, and 5.9% severe anemia; women showed similar severity trends."
Conclusion: Anemia remains a moderate public health concern among internally displaced families in Lahij Governorate, particularly affecting women of reproductive age and children. Nutritional and health interventions are recommended to address this issue.
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Anemia, Internally Displaced Persons, Lahij, Children, Women, Hematological Parameters, Public Health
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