USAID Advancing Nutrition: Anemia in the Kyrgyz Republic (September 2023)

The brief provides an overview of anemia in the Kyrgyz Republic, including its prevalence, causes, and effects on different population groups. It highlights the efforts of USAID Advancing Nutrition in supporting anemia reduction efforts in the country, including capacity strengthening, promoting dietary diversity, and integrating water, sanitation, and hygiene practices into nutrition messaging. The brief outlines the challenges ahead for anemia reduction in the Kyrgyz Republic and suggests approaches to address them.