Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu

Title : An update on anaemia among pregnant women: Pregnant teenagers

Abstract:

In pregnancy, anaemia is when haemoglobin concentration is less than 11 g/dL in the first and the third trimester or a haemoglobin concentration of less than 10.5 g/dL in the second trimester. Globally, anaemia is a public health problem since ancient years. During pregnancy, eradication of anaemia is a key component of safe motherhood. Prevalence of anaemia among pregnant teenagers is high. Microcytic anaemia remains the most common morphological type affecting pregnant teenagers. No formal education and poor antenatal care attendance are associated with an increased risk of anaemia among pregnant teenagers.

Audience Takeaway:

• Anaemia in pregnant teenagers.
• Classification of the anemia in pregnant teenagers.
• Factors affecting Anaemia in pregnant teenagers.

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Biography:

Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu obtained PhD in Haematology and Blood Transfusion Science from Imo State University in 2019. He joined Kampala International University, Western Campus, Uganda 2022. He performs dual roles in academics and Research. He is a passionate researcher who has published many papers in reputable Journals both locally and internationally and has earned many international awards through dedication. He is an editor to many journals and also a reviewer to many journals. He attends many conferences on different capacities.