Uganda National Anemia Profile (February 2017 Revision)

It provides an overview of anemia in Uganda, including its effects on health and economic wellbeing, prevalence among different age groups, and trends over time. The profile also highlights various interventions and strategies for preventing and treating anemia, such as iron supplementation, deworming, breastfeeding, and malaria prevention. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of a multisectoral approach, involving sectors like agriculture, education, and water and sanitation, to address anemia. The document is based on data from the Uganda Demographic and Health Surveys (2000-2001, 2006, and 2011) and was prepared by USAID's SPRING project.