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Iron deficiency in women in common (about 40% of American women; more worldwide), and this is especially significant for women who are contemplating pregnancy or are pregnant. That's because low iron levels are associated with worse maternal outcomes and neurodevelopmental problems in children. The diagnostic tests are straightforward, and treatment is readily available with oral iron or an intravenous infusion. Yet, this is not being done routinely. Using source material from medical journal articles, this presentation will enable clinicians at all levels (and patients and family members) to understand this and advocate for better care.
https://ceyouplus.org/workshops/Helpingmothers/viewHelping mothers and children:
Iron deficiency. A common, overlooked important condition that's treatable
Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 10:00 AM EST - 11:15 PM EST
Presenter: Dan Morhaim, M.D.
Course Length: 1 Hour & 15 Minutes
This workshop Offers 1 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits
Iron deficiency in women in common (about 40% of American women; more worldwide), and this is especially significant for women who are contemplating pregnancy or are pregnant. That's because low iron levels are associated with worse maternal outcomes and neurodevelopmental problems in children. The diagnostic tests are straightforward, and treatment is readily available with oral iron or an intravenous infusion. Yet, this is not being done routinely. Using source material from medical journal articles, this presentation will enable clinicians at all levels (and patients and family members) to understand this and advocate for better care.
Introduction 5 minutes
Public health implications 10 minutes
Blood tests reviewed and explained 15 minutes
Health care consequences for mothers and their offspring 15 minutes
Treatment options 10 minutes
Q&A and discussion 15 minutes