110 -6 (80) 2025 - Nasullayev F.O. - THE IMPACT OF IODINE DEFICIENCY ON PREGNANT WOMEN IN CENTRAL ASIA: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS

THE IMPACT OF IODINE DEFICIENCY ON PREGNANT WOMEN IN CENTRAL ASIA: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS

Nasullayev F.O. - Navoi State University

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Iodine deficiency is a significant public health concern, particularly affecting pregnant women due to increased physiological demands. In Central Asia, geographical isolation, limited access to iodized salt, and socio-economic challenges contribute to high prevalence rates of iodine deficiency disorders (IDDs). This paper critically examines the impact of iodine deficiency on maternal health and fetal development in this region. Adverse outcomes include hypothyroidism, gestational hypertension, and long-term cognitive impairments in offspring. Epidemiological evidence shows that urinary iodine levels among pregnant women often fall below WHO-recommended thresholds. Current interventions—such as salt iodization and prenatal supplementation—remain insufficient due to inconsistent implementation and cultural barriers. This review recommends comprehensive strategies including strengthened iodization policies, public education, and improved prenatal care. The findings underscore the urgency of addressing iodine deficiency through coordinated national and international efforts to improve maternal and child health outcomes in Central Asia.

Keywords Iodine deficiency, Pregnant women, Central Asia, Maternal health, Fetal development, Public health interventions

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536

Last page

541

For citation:Nasullayev F.O. - THE IMPACT OF IODINE DEFICIENCY ON PREGNANT WOMEN IN CENTRAL ASIA: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS//New Day in Medicine 6(80)2025 536-541 https://newdayworldmedicine.com/en/new_day_medicine/6-80-2025

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