TWINK Study: Tasmanian Women Iodine Knowledge Study
The TWINK Study aims to determine the current iodine status, the level of knowledge about the roles and sources of iodine, and the dietary practices of pregnant and breastfeeding women and women of reproductive age (who are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding) in Tasmania. Tasmania has a long history of mild iodine deficiency. Although the general Tasmanian population is now considered to be iodine sufficient, pregnant and breastfeeding women in Tasmania are still at risk of iodine deficiency. This is due in part to the increased demands for iodine that pregnancy and breastfeeding impose on the mother.
Research Groups
Staff
Team Leaders
Team Members
- Furley Johnstone
- Philippa Terry