“A STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE AND UTILIZATION OF NATIONAL ANEMIA PROPHYLAXIS PROGRAMME AMONG ADOLESCENT GIRLS IN A SELECTED COMMUNITY AREA OF KOLAR DISTRICT‟‟

Abstract

Anemia is a widespread health issue among adolescent girls in India, primarily due to inadequate nutrition, lack of awareness, and poor utilization of health services. The Government of India has implemented the National Anemia Prophylaxis Programme to reduce anemia prevalence. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and the extent of utilization of this programme among adolescent girls.