Micronutrient deficiencies in children: How dangerous is this 'hidden hunger'?

(Dong Nai) - According to the Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization (WHO), micronutrient deficiencies such as vitamin A, D, iron, and zinc are still common in children in Vietnam. Micronutrient deficiencies, also known as "hidden hunger," have serious consequences for children's health.

This is the main reason for the short stature of Vietnamese youth. Furthermore, micronutrient deficiencies negatively impact health, physical development, stature, and intelligence, hindering the overall growth and development of children; affecting reproductive capacity and labor productivity in adulthood.

The program "Hello! Doctor!" by Dong Nai Newspaper and Radio & Television will interview Dr. Nguyen Dinh Minh Tri, Specialist I, Pediatrician, Ai Nghia Medical System, about micronutrient deficiencies in children. Photo: Bich Nhan

Micronutrient deficiencies directly affect children's health, gradually weakening their immune system, impacting their physical development, stature, and intelligence, and hindering their overall growth and development.

So how dangerous are micronutrient deficiencies really? How can parents recognize and prevent them? The "Hello! Doctor!" program of Dong Nai Newspaper and Radio & Television will have a discussion with Dr. Nguyen Dinh Minh Tri, Specialist I, Pediatrician, Ai Nghia Medical System.

The program will be broadcast at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, December 16th, on the digital platforms of Dong Nai Newspaper and Radio & Television, including: Baodongnai.com.vn; Facebook: Dong Nai Newspaper; Facebook: Dong Nai News.

We cordially invite you to watch! For any questions regarding this disease, please call our program hotline at 0908.951168 or 0909.129492. Alternatively, you can send messages through the digital platforms of Dong Nai Newspaper, Radio, and Television.

Bich Nhan

Source: https://baodongnai.com.vn/tin-moi/202512/thieu-vi-chat-o-tre-em-nan-doi-tiem-an-nguy-hiem-the-nao-b1c087f/