Anemia hotspots in Mozambique linked to water, pregnancy, and weight
Anemia is a big health problem for women in Mozambique. A study looked at why this happens and found that factors like bad drinking water, pregnancy, and being underweight make anemia more likely. But using contraception and being obese can actually help protect against anemia in some areas. The study used data from a big survey and found that certain regions in Mozambique have higher rates of anemia than others. To help fight anemia, it's important to improve access to clean water, provide good maternal health services, and make sure people have the right nutrition.