Causes of Anemia Among Women of Reproductive Age

The goal of this observational study is to assess the causes of anemia in women of reproductive age. The main questions it aims to answer are:What are the causes of anemia among women of reproductive age?What is the contribution of iron deficiency to overall anemia?What is the prevalence of hemoglobinopathies among women of reproductive age with anemia?Participants will be asked to respond to the interview questions, and provide blood, urine, and stool samples.

Inclusion Criteria:age range 18-49 yearsPermanent resident in the selected kebele (have lived for at least six months) in the kebele (village).Exclusion Criteria:Women below or above the age range 18-49 yearsAll pregnant womenWomen who are severely ill and incapacitated.Non-permanent resident women in the kebele (village)