Two thirds of hookworm infected children were anemic at the outpatient department in Jimma Health Center, Jimma, Southwest Ethiopia

Conclusions Prevalences of hookworm infection and anemia were low among children. But the prevalence of anemia as compared to hookworm was too high. Attention should be given to contributing factors accordingly to reduce hookworm infection and anemia.
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research