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Preconceptional and prenatal multivitamin-mineral supplement use in the 1988 National Maternal and Infant Health Survey

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  • Stella, M.Yu.
  • Keppel, K.G.
  • Singh, G.K.
  • Kessel, W.

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This paper examines the prevalence of multivitamin-mineral supplement use before and during pregnancy, as well as predictors of nonuse, in 9953 women who delivered live infants in the 1988 National Maternal and Infant Health Survey. Ninety-seven percent of the women were advised to take multivitamin- mineral supplements in prenatal care. Sixty-seven percent of Black mothers took supplements during pregnancy, as compared with 84% of White mothers. Multivariate analysis revealed that Black mothers; mothers who are less educated, younger, unmarried, and non-smokers; and mothers who participate in Women, Infants, and Children programs are at elevated risk for nonuse. These data help identify groups in need of supplementation guidance.

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  • Stella, M.Yu. & Keppel, K.G. & Singh, G.K. & Kessel, W., 1996. "Preconceptional and prenatal multivitamin-mineral supplement use in the 1988 National Maternal and Infant Health Survey," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 86(2), pages 240-242.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:1996:86:2:240-242_7
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