This symposium will provide an overview of the pervasive global burden of anemia in women and girls, highlighting etiologies such as iron deficiency, sickle cell disease, malaria, obstetric hemorrhage, and rare inherited coagulation disorders that are prevalent among specific communities. Six faculty from several disciplines will address the areas of prevention and treatment, including a review of current diagnostic tools and effective treatment strategies that are in use or under development. They will also describe the international networks available to capture information about these issues and to deliver appropriate healthcare to remote or underserved communities. Faculty, joined by a specialist in obstetrics/gynecology and bleeding disorders, will then address issues and questions from a comprehensive, multidisciplinary perspective.
Anemia is a global health issue and disproportionately challenges girls and women, especially pregnant women.  The global anemia prevalence in 2010 was estimated to be a third of the world’s population with prevalence in females higher in most regions and ages.  Anemia is most likely found in people with low socioeconomic status, low body weight and in postpartum females.  It is an independent risk factor for decreased quality of life and increased morbidity and mortality.  This symposium addresses syndromes that are the main causes of worldwide anemia.

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