Researchers have revealed that hydroxyurea significantly reduces infections in children with sickle cell anemia. Their findings enhance strong evidence of hydroxyurea's effectiveness and could ...

Anemia, a condition marked by low levels of hemoglobin in the blood, affects nearly 2 billion people worldwide. Among them, school-age children in low- and middle-income countries are particularly ...

In 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) revised the hemoglobin cutoff values to improve the detection and classification of anemia in children. For infants aged less than 2 years, the threshold ...

LOS ANGELES — Children with sickle cell anemia are vulnerable to serious infections and stroke, but many do not receive the preventive care that could help them stay healthier longer, according to a ...

Researchers have successfully predicted whether children have anemia using only a set of smartphone images. Researchers at UCL and University of Ghana have successfully predicted whether children have ...

Anemia in babies may manifest as pale skin, irritability, and a fast heart rate. Sometimes, mild to moderate anemia may not produce symptoms, but severe anemia can have very serious consequences. A ...

It is important to ensure normal hemoglobin or Hb levels in children. To determine normal Hb levels in children, an examination using a blood sample test is needed. In addition to normal results, Hb ...

Childhood anemia is a condition where there is a low number of red blood cells. Symptoms can include pale skin, low energy, and breathlessness. Treatments may include supplements, dietary changes, and ...

Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is an inherited disorder of red blood cells. Some parents may learn that their infant has this disorder after prenatal testing. Hospitals also test for SCA after birth as part ...