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This information leaflet is for women who have been identified as at high risk of iron deficiency anaemia in pregnancy. It highlights the symptoms of iron deficiency anaemia and what to do.

The PDF of this leaflet has been updated following the publication of a review of the evidence on vitamin D and health by the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN). It highlights the importance of vitamin D supplements for particular groups, including babies, children aged between 1 and 4 years, people whose exposure to sunlight is limited, and those with darker skins (eg those of African, African-Caribbean and South Asian origin).

Folic acid and Vitamin D guidelines for health pofessionals.

This leaflet for women of child-bearing age explains what folate and folic acid are, why they are important and how to get enough.