India, July 10 -- Did you know that nearly half of all adolescent girls and women in South Asia are affected by anaemia? This staggering statistic from the World Health Organisation (WHO) serves as a stark reminder of the health challenges the region faces. In a latest update, WHO, SAARC, UNICEF and WHO have urged governments to take urgent and unified action in South Asia, which is said to have the highest burden of anaemia among girls and women globally. According to these organisations, 18 million girls and women in South Asian countries could suffer from this condition by 2030. This would add to the current burden of 259 million, underscoring the urgent need for action.

Anaemia happens when your body doesn't have enough healthy red b...