Neonatal prevention ofiron deficiency

Iron deficiency anaemia in childhood is common even in socially advantaged populations. Low birth weight, early consumption of cows' milk, fast growth rate, and poor dietary iron intake are considered the main risk factors.1 Iron enriched infant formula and cereals have been shown to be effective preventive measures.2 3 In developing countries, where iron deficiency anaemia is common and iron enriched formula and cereals are often not available,...