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Prevalence and Impact of Food Allergies Among Jordanian Schoolchildren: A Comprehensive Analysis of Parent-Reported Data and Associated Atopic Conditions

Nour Yousef,Raghda O’leimat,Mohammad Abdelraheem,E. Altamimi

2025 · DOI: 10.1155/ijpe/8255384
International Journal of Pediatrics · 1 Citations

TLDR

This study investigates the prevalence of food allergies among schoolchildren aged 5–14 years in northern and central Jordan with a focus on children in northern and central Jordan.

Abstract

Background: Food allergies, characterized by immune reactions to food proteins, have emerged as an increasing global concern, impacting over 10% of the population. This study investigates the prevalence of food allergies among schoolchildren aged 5–14 years in northern and central Jordan.