Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDDs)

  • Assessment
  • Implementation
  • Planning
  • All micronutrient interventions
  • Biochemical
  • Diet

Definition

Multiple adverse effects on growth and development in animals and humans due to iodine deficiency. These adverse effects are one of the most important and common human diseases and result from inadequate thyroid hormone production due to lack of sufficient iodine.

https://www.ign.org/5-what-happens-if-we-dont-get-enough-iodine.htm

References

Iodine Global Network (Resources, Resources for program managers)