The Medical Journal of Australia Episode 540: MJA Podcasts 2023 Episode 35: iron deficiency in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, with Dr Sam Heard
Dec 3, 2023
Dr. Sam Heard discusses the prevalence and impacts of iron deficiency in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. They explore challenges in providing care, screening importance, treatment methods for different age groups, and addressing iron deficiency in children for optimal health.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Iron Deficiency in Indigenous Australians
01:36 • 4min
Challenges and Importance of Screening for Iron Deficiency in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
05:49 • 2min
Iron Deficiency Treatment: From Infants to Pregnant Women
07:32 • 5min
Addressing Iron Deficiency in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children for Optimal Health
13:01 • 2min