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So, it has been observed that children with ID are less susceptible to severe malaria, potentially because the parasite behind malaria needs iron to multiply. WHO have actually recommended against iron supplements for children because of this! https://t.c
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Iron, anemia and hepcidin in malaria: Natasha Spottiswoode, Patrick Duffy and Hal Drakesmith http://t.co/46PTfM4py3 #pharmacology