Anemia
Conditions
Interventions
The intervention consists of a mobile-based health education program focused on anemia management. The intervention period is 16 weeks. The intervention period was set at 16 weeks because its completi
Sponsors
North South University, Bangladesh
Hiroshima University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Individuals diagnosed with a gestational age of less than 10 weeks and diagnosed with mild to moderate anemia (hemoglobin level 7 g/dL to 10.9 g/dL) 2. Individuals who are permanent residents of the study area 3. Individuals aged 18 years or older 4. Individuals whose household possesses at least one operational mobile phone 5. Individuals who have provided written consent to participate in the study
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Individuals who are hospitalized at the time of registration or who have a pregnancy complicated by bleeding, severe nausea, vomiting, or other complications 2. Individuals with a history of, or suspected to have, chronic or congenital diseases such as blood inflammation, diabetes, thalassemia, hypertension, or mental illness 3. Individuals with severe anemia 4. Individuals who may leave the study area during the study period
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Impact of mHealth education on hemoglobin level | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. Assess the prevalence of anemia and identify associated factors. 2. Assess improvement of knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding anemia. 3. Assess improvements in the nutritional status including mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) and dietary scores. | — |
Countries
Asia(except Japan)
Contacts
Public ContactMohammad Hawlader
North South University, Bangladesh Department of Public Health
Outcome results
None listed