Avoid single explanations
Anaemia should not automatically be attributed to one cause. Diagnosis belongs to health professionals and may require assessing diet, blood loss, diseases, infections and other exposure factors.
Water is part of the health context
Water quality is an environmental component worth checking, especially when there are concerns about contaminants or supply conditions. This review complements —but never replaces— clinical assessment.
- Consult a health professional.
- Avoid causal claims without evidence.
- Analyse water when the context justifies it.
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