Prevalence of anemia in pregnant women

The National Center for Gender Equity, Sexual and Reproductive Health (CNEGSSR), in alignment with the Government of Mexico and the 1000 Days Strategy, is committed to reducing the prevalence of anemia in pregnant women. Currently, in Mexico, 17.9% of pregnant women have anemia, so the aim is to reduce this figure by 50% by 2030, in accordance with the international goals of the World Health Organization (WHO).

To achieve this, the CNEGSR, as the governing body in maternal health, will strengthen key strategies within its attributions:

Iron and folic acid supplementation

Guarantee the availability and free access to iron and folic acid for all pregnant women in public health units.

Ensure the timely distribution of supplements from the pre-gestational stage, during pregnancy and in the postpartum period.

Prenatal Care and Early Detection

Strengthen the training of health personnel for the identification and timely treatment of anemia.

Prioritize the follow-up of women at higher risk in vulnerable communities.

Nutrition education and guidance

Include nutritional counseling in all prenatal visits, promoting the consumption of iron-rich foods.

Promote campaigns to raise awareness among women about the importance of preventing anemia.

Monitoring and evaluation of impact

Monitoring of the prevalence of anemia through official health information systems.

Periodic evaluations to measure progress and adjust strategies according to results.

The CNEGSSR, in coordination with the Ministry of Health, will reinforce these actions with a focus on equity and social justice, ensuring that all pregnant women receive comprehensive care to prevent, detect and treat anemia, ensuring a healthy pregnancy and better conditions for early childhood.