Variations in the Prevalence of Anemia of Varying Severity Among Urban Non-Pregnant Women - China, 2021.

ABSTRACT

What is already known about this topic? Anemia is a significant public health issue affecting women globally. Prior studies in China predominantly concentrated on anemia in pregnant or reproductive-age women, leaving a gap in available data concerning anemia in non-pregnant women of all age groups in China. What is added by this report? In 2021, the prevalence of anemia and moderate to severe anemia among women aged 18 years and older in urban China was 14.8% and 5.7%, respectively. Anemia prevalence exhibited significant variations based on factors such as age, body mass index (BMI), geographic location, and socioeconomic status. What are the implications for public health practice? The strategy for addressing anemia should account for non-pregnant women aged 30-49 years and those aged 70 years and older, taking into consideration differences related to socioeconomic development and geography.