Background: As defined by WHO anemia in pregnancy is when the hemoglobin level is less than 11g/dl in a pregnant woman. This is a public health problem especially in developing countries. The causes of anemia during pregnan (Placeholder2)cy are multifactorial these include micronutrient deficiency of iron, folate, and deficiency of vitamins like vitamin A and B12 and anemia due to parasitic infections such as malaria and hookworm or chronic infections like TB and HIV. In sub-Saharan Africa inadequate intake of diets rich in iron is reported as the leading cause of anemia among pregnant women. Global data shows that 56% of pregnant women in low- and middle-income countries have anemia, other studies conducted in Tanzania have reported a higher prevalence of anemia among pregnant women; 68% in Dar es Salaam and 47% in Moshi.
Methodology: This will a hospital based cross sectional study that will be conducted at Bugando Medical Centre (BMC) at Nyamagana in Mwanza city. All pregnant women attending Bugando Medical Centre who will consent will be included in the study. Social - demographic data and other information will obtained by using a pre-tested questionnaire.
Significance of study; This study will be giving a clue on the prevalence of pregnant women aware of risk factors of anemia in pregnancy, the knowledge and awareness of risk factors of anemia in pregnancy among expectant mothers, if they are the modifiable risk factors the mothers will be educated as well as the BMC authority will be informed what to do in order to raise awareness of pregnant women attending BMC.