AIM: A Predictive System for Mitigating the Global Burden of Iron Deficiency Anemia Through Integrated Interventions

Overview

Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a condition that affects over 1.2 billion people around the world. It disproportionately impacts children and women in low -resource regions. IDA reduces cognitive function, weakens immunity, and increases maternal and neonat al mortality. Our current solutions, including iron supplementation, have limited scalability and adherence. This study explores a potential data -driven hypothesis that combines food fortification, nutrition education, and subsidy policies, which has the potential to reduce IDA prevalence while providing significant health and economic benefits. To test this hypo thesis, we developed the Anemia Intervention Model (AIM), a predictive modeling system that evaluates the effectiveness of various intervention types under different scenarios. AIM uses data from the World Health Organization, UNICEF, and the World Bank to assess IDA prevalence, economic impact, and intervention feasibility. Using Monte Carlo simulations, cost - benefit analyses, and demographic trend projections, AIM predicts that fortification programs alone could reduce IDA prevalence by 40%, saving up to $15 billion annually in healthcare costs. This number could reach 50% when combined with education campaigns and subsidies, ultimately preventing 2 million annual hospitalizations and improving global workforce productivity by $5 billion. The model identifies challenges, like limitations in supply chains and cultural resistance, and establishes plans for improved intervention strategies and policy standardization. AIM provides attainable, cost -effective, and scalable solutions to policymakers. These findings highlight that solving nutritional security and health equity requires committed efforts at the global level. Future work will involve real -time monitoring and adaptive policy frameworks to sustain progress in IDA long-term.

Competition history

• JSHS 2025 Category not listed

Resources

• National JSHS abstract book ↗

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