Utilization of Iron and Folic Acid Supplements among Young Women of Reproductive Age in Informal Settlements

Ann Wairimu Maru; Dr Isaac Owaka Ogweno; Dr Joseph Kisivo Musau2

Utilization of Iron and Folic Acid Supplements among Young Women of Reproductive Age in Informal Settlements

May 2025

Vol-11, Issue-3

Paper ID: 26534

ISSN: 2395-4396

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Public Health

Keywords

Iron Folic Acid Supplements Reproductive Age Informal Settlements

Abstract

Abstract Anemia, particularly iron deficiency anemia (IDA), remains a global health concern, disproportionately affecting women of reproductive age. This paper assesses the utilization of iron and folic acid supplements (IFAs) among young women aged 15-24 in Kibra Sub-County, Nairobi, Kenya. A cross-sectional descriptive research design was used, targeting 422 respondents selected through simple random sampling. Data were collected using questionnaires and in-depth interviews. Key findings revealed a compliance rate of 89.3% for IFAs, with significant associations between compliance and socio-demographic factors, knowledge, and attitudes. Challenges included forgetting to take tablets, nausea, and IFAs shortages. Recommendations include targeted educational campaigns and policy interventions to enhance IFAs uptake and adherence.

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#	Name	Institute / Affiliation
1	Ann Wairimu Maru	Kenyatta University
2	Dr Isaac Owaka Ogweno	Kenyatta University
3	Dr Joseph Kisivo Musau2	Kenyatta University

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APA Style

Maru, Ann Wairimu, Ogweno, Dr Isaac Owaka, & Musau2, Dr Joseph Kisivo (2025). Utilization of Iron and Folic Acid Supplements among Young Women of Reproductive Age in Informal Settlements. International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education, 11(3), 848-853.

MLA Style

Maru, Ann Wairimu, et al. "Utilization of Iron and Folic Acid Supplements among Young Women of Reproductive Age in Informal Settlements." International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education, vol. 11, no. 3, 2025, pp. 848-853.

IEEE Style

Ann Wairimu Maru, Dr Isaac Owaka Ogweno, and Dr Joseph Kisivo Musau2, "Utilization of Iron and Folic Acid Supplements among Young Women of Reproductive Age in Informal Settlements," International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education, vol. 11, no. 3, pp. 848-853, 2025.

Vancouver Style

Maru Ann Wairimu, Ogweno Dr Isaac Owaka, Musau2 Dr Joseph Kisivo. Utilization of Iron and Folic Acid Supplements among Young Women of Reproductive Age in Informal Settlements. International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education. 2025;11(3):848-853.

Harvard Style

Maru, Ann Wairimu, Ogweno, Dr Isaac Owaka, & Musau2, Dr Joseph Kisivo (2025) 'Utilization of Iron and Folic Acid Supplements among Young Women of Reproductive Age in Informal Settlements', International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education, 11(3), pp. 848-853.

Chicago Style

Maru, Ann Wairimu, Dr Isaac Owaka Ogweno, and Dr Joseph Kisivo Musau2. "Utilization of Iron and Folic Acid Supplements among Young Women of Reproductive Age in Informal Settlements." International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education 11, no. 3 (2025): 848-853.

Turabian Style

Maru, Ann Wairimu, Dr Isaac Owaka Ogweno, and Dr Joseph Kisivo Musau2. "Utilization of Iron and Folic Acid Supplements among Young Women of Reproductive Age in Informal Settlements." International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas In Education 11, no. 3 (2025): 848-853.