Assessing Nutritional Anemia Among University Students in Jazan, Saudi Arabia: A Public Health Perspective.

Background: Nutritional anemia is a significant public health concern worldwide, particularly affecting young adults and children in Saudi Arabia, where inadequate nutrition is considered a primary contributing factor. This study aims to (i) examine the levels of serum iron, folate, and vitamin B in young adult students, with a focus on identifying any deficiencies and their association with anemia; (ii) explore the prevalence of mixed-deficiency anemia resulting from deficiencies in serum iron, folate, and vitamin B (iii) explore how sociodemographic characteristics and dietary habits influence serum iron, folate, and vitamin B levels.

Materials And Methods: This cross-sectional study encompassed 158 young adult students at Jazan University, Saudi Arabia.