Subfertility affects many people worldwide, including in Sri Lanka, despite its strong healthcare system. This study evaluated the use of Community Health Workers (CHWs) to improve fertility care in Jaffna’s Nallur MOH area. Over six months, the program showed positive results, easing the workload of public health midwives, improving referrals for subfertile couples, and … [Read more...] about Feasibility of Engaging Community Healthcare Workers to Identify and Enhance Subfertility Care in The Northern Province, Sri Lanka
Reproductive health
Determinants of traditional birth attendant utilisation among reproductive age women in Ethiopia: a multilevel analysis of the 2019 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey
This study in Ethiopia aimed to understand the factors influencing the use of traditional birth attendants (TBAs) among women of reproductive age. It found that 29.76% of mothers used TBAs for delivery. Key factors included lower education levels, fewer antenatal care visits, higher poverty, and living in remote regions. The study suggests that to reduce reliance on TBAs, … [Read more...] about Determinants of traditional birth attendant utilisation among reproductive age women in Ethiopia: a multilevel analysis of the 2019 Ethiopian Demographic and Health Survey