anemia

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In addition to their use as a contraceptive, the pills are prescribed for a variety of health issues, including preventing anemia from heavy periods and treating uterine fibroids.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

Beyond entertainment, Shepard devoted herself to raising awareness for sickle cell anemia after a friend died of the affliction.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

Avian malaria attacks red blood cells, which can lead to anemia, organ failure, lower survival rates and, in some species, death.

From Science Daily • Feb. 11, 2026

Japan lost several decades to economic anemia under similar circumstances, and Beijing shows signs of worrying about the same fate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

Sickle cells carry less oxygen and consequently transmit a kind of anemia.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan