The Prevalence and Incidence of Iron Deficiency and Iron Deficiency Anaemia in Tactical Populations: A Systematic Review

Sara Gobel, Amy Martland, Sophie Campling, Ben Schram, Rob Marc Orr, Elisa Fontenelle Dumans Canetti

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Abstract

Background:
Iron deficiency (ID) and iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) are nutritional deficiencies that present
several health concerns, such as decreased energy production and decreased cognitive performance. Tactical populations who have physically demanding and highly stressful occupations, the added presence of ID/IDA may increase the risk for health concerns and be detrimental to their wellbeing and occupational performance.
Original languageEnglish
Pages161-162
Number of pages2
Publication statusPublished - 25 Sept 2024
EventInternational Committee of Military Medicine World Congress - Brisbane, Brisbane, Australia
Duration: 23 Sept 202427 Sept 2024
https://icmm2024australia.com.au/program/

Conference

ConferenceInternational Committee of Military Medicine World Congress
Abbreviated title45th ICMM
Country/TerritoryAustralia
CityBrisbane
Period23/09/2427/09/24
OtherThe 45th ICMM World Congress on Military Medicine will take place in Brisbane Australia in September 2024 and is hosted by the Australian Defence Force.

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