# | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
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1 | sickle cell anemia | Middle East | Sickle cell anemia is prevalent in regions with historically high rates of malaria, where the genetic mutation provided some protection against the disease. | 1 |
2 | thalassemia | Middle East | More prevalent due to genetic factors and frequently screened for during prenatal care | 1 |
3 | thalassemia | Middle Eastern countries | Thalassemia is a significant health concern and there are dedicated centers for treatment and support due to high prevalence of the disease in the region. | 1 |
4 | tularemia | Middle East | Tularemia is not widely known and is not a major public health concern. | 1 |
5 | tularemia | Middle East | Tularemia is relatively rare and not a major public health concern in these regions. | 1 |
6 | tularemia | Middle Eastern countries | Rare and not commonly known due to limited prevalence | 1 |