The association between marital violence and reproductive and sexual health outcomes of women: A multi-country study of South Asia

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
S. M. Mostafa Kamal ◽  
Efehan Ulas
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Health ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
South Asia ◽  
Marital Violence ◽  
Reproductive And Sexual Health ◽  
Country Study

scholarly journals Cognitive testing of a survey instrument to assess sexual practices, behaviours, and health outcomes: a multi-country study protocol

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lianne Gonsalves ◽  
Erin C. Hunter ◽  
Vanessa Brizuela ◽  
Joseph D. Tucker ◽  
Megan L. Srinivas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Survey Instrument ◽  
Sexual Practices ◽  
World Health ◽  
Cognitive Interviews ◽  
Country Study ◽  
Health Related

Abstract Background Population level data on sexual practices, behaviours and health-related outcomes can ensure that responsive, relevant health services are available for all people of all ages. However, while billions of dollars have been invested in attempting to improve sexual and reproductive health (including HIV) outcomes, far less is understood about associated sexual practices and behaviours. Therefore, the World Health Organization embarked on a global consultative process to develop a short survey instrument to assess sexual health practices, behaviours and health outcomes. In order for the resulting draft survey instrument to be published as a ‘global’ standard instrument, it is important to first determine that the proposed measures are globally comprehensible and applicable. This paper describes a multi-country study protocol to assess the interpretability and comparability of the survey instrument in a number of diverse countries. Methods This study will use cognitive interviewing, a qualitative data collection method that uses semi-structured interviews to explore how participants process and respond to survey instruments. We aim to include study sites in up to 20 countries. The study procedures consist of: (1) localizing the instrument using forward and back-translation; (2) using a series of cognitive interviews to understand how participants engage with each survey question; (3) revising the core instrument based on interview findings; and (4) conducting an optional second round of cognitive interviews. Data generated from interviews will be summarised into a predeveloped analysis matrix. The entire process (a ‘wave’ of data collection) will be completed simultaneously by 5+ countries, with a total of three waves. This stepwise approach facilitates iterative improvements and sharing across countries. Discussion An important output from this research will be a revised survey instrument, which when subsequently published, can contribute to improving the comparability across contexts of measures of sexual practices, behaviours and health-related outcomes. Site-specific results of the feasibility of conducting this research may help shift perceptions of who and what can be included in sexual health-related research.

scholarly journals Cognitive Testing of a Survey Instrument to Assess Sexual Practices, Behaviours, and Health Outcomes: a Multi-country Study Protocol

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lianne Gonsalves ◽  
Erin C Hunter ◽  
Joseph D Tucker ◽  
Megan L Srini ◽  
Evelyn Gitau ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Survey Instrument ◽  
Sexual Practices ◽  
World Health ◽  
Cognitive Interviews ◽  
Country Study ◽  
Health Related

Abstract Background: Population level data on sexual practices, behaviours and health-related outcomes can ensure that responsive, relevant health services are available for all people of all ages. However, while billions of dollars have been invested in attempting to improve sexual and reproductive health (including HIV) outcomes, far less is understood about associated sexual practices and behaviours. Therefore, the World Health Organization embarked on a global consultative process to develop a short survey instrument to assess sexual health practices, behaviours and health outcomes. In order for the resulting draft survey instrument to be published as a ‘global’ standard instrument, it is important to first determine that the proposed measures are globally comprehensible and applicable. This paper describes a multi-country study protocol to assess the validity and comparability of the survey instrument in a number of diverse countries.Methods:This study will use cognitive interviewing, a qualitative data collection method that uses semi-structured interviews to explore how participants process and respond to survey instruments. We aim to include study sites in up to 20 countries. The study procedures consist of: 1) localizing the instrument using forward and back-translation; 2) using a series of cognitive interviews to understand how participants engage with each survey question; 3) revising the core instrument based on interview findings; and 4) conducting an optional second round of cognitive interviews. Data generated from interviews will be summarised into a predeveloped analysis matrix. The entire process (a ‘wave’ of data collection) will be completed simultaneously by 6-7 countries. This stepwise approach facilitates iterative improvements and sharing across countries. Discussion:An important output from this research will be a revised survey instrument, which when subsequently published, can contribute to improving the comparability across contexts of measures of sexual practices, behaviours and health-related outcomes. Site-specific results of the feasibility of conducting this research may help shift perceptions of who and what can be included in sexual health-related research.

scholarly journals Collaborative digital platform France – Cuba: oncorehabilitation in reproductive and sexual health

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Thierry Almont ◽  
Louis Bujan ◽  
Clarisse Joachim ◽  
Guillaume Joguet ◽  
Mylène Vestris ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Health ◽  
Cancer Registries ◽  
Cancer Surveillance ◽  
Practical Training ◽  
List Type ◽  
Digital Platform ◽  
Reproductive And Sexual Health ◽  
The Caribbean ◽  
Collaborative Platform ◽  
Set Up

Abstract Background In the French West-Indies, few studies have been performed on fertility and sexual problems in cancer survivors, which are frequent and recurring issues reported by surveys on unmet needs. Additionally, mutualizing human and material resources and promoting cooperation through a collaborative platform are the most appropriate response to complex health pathways in the Caribbean territories. Implementation of such a collaborative platform will help to launch a strategic Caribbean partnership to transfer theoretical and technical skills and care standards in oncofertility and oncosexuality. Methods We propose to set up a collaborative digital platform to strengthen, from the French expertise, Cuban health professionals’ knowledge, know-how, and skills in oncofertility and oncosexuality. The project will be coordinated by a coordinating, scientific, and supervisory committee, and the main activities will include: Theoretical training in e-learning adapted to low-speed Internet. Practical training in fertility preservation and sexual rehabilitation. Digital multidisciplinary consultation meetings for medical decisions to be taken for complex clinical cases. The platform will benefit from a recurrent evaluation, by the two cancer registries of Martinique and Cuba, with the following performance indicators: number of Cuban professionals trained, number of professionals sensitized, hourly volumes (or number of training courses provided), satisfaction of trained professionals, number of e-RCPs carried out online and number of missionaries supported. These indicators will be set up and analyzed by the registers. This project meets the Cuban and French health policies (cancer plans and national sexual health strategies) and will be implemented in liaison with the Health Agencies of both countries and the Embassy of France in Cuba. Discussion This project aims to provide support through bilateral exchanges to improve reproductive and sexual health in Cuba’s cancer patients. This collaboration will be based on a long-lasting French expertise and a solid Cuban health system. Consequently, this collaborative digital platform will contribute to data collection for cancer surveillance, and the two participating countries will ultimately be identified in the Caribbean as having centers of competence and excellence in oncofertility and oncosexuality with care standards.

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