The WHO Global Database on Iodine Deficiency Disorders: The Importance of Monitoring Iodine Nutrition (2003)

By:
Maria Andersson, Bahi Takkouche, Ines Egli, Bruno de Benoist
Date:
2024
Resource type:
Blogs/news/opinion
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This report discusses the global status of iodine deficiency disorders (IDD) and emphasizes the importance of monitoring iodine levels through the WHO Global Database. Despite progress in salt iodization, IDD remains a public health challenge in many regions. The database facilitates comparisons of iodine status between countries, aiming to encourage governments and health authorities to prioritize and strengthen efforts for sustainable IDD prevention.