Reproductive health vs overall well-being: systematic review of studies on women migration and health care utilization

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Parvathy M.L. ◽  
Hemalatha K.
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Health Care Utilization ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Care Utilization ◽  
Women Migrants ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Health And Well Being ◽  
Migration And Health

Purpose Sustainable development goals (SDGs) recognize the importance and interrelation between health and migration. Women migration and health is well researched, yet less attention is paid to their healthcare utilization, especially with regard to overall health and well-being. This paper aims to highlight the gap in the existing literature on health care utilization by women migrants. Design/methodology/approach A systematic review was carried out following the PRISMA guideline. For the review, the literature was taken from three electronic databases, which were Springer Link, Taylor and Francis and PubMed. From a total of 1,575 studies, seven studies cleared the eligibility screening. Findings Of seven studies, five were found to focus on the sexual and reproductive health of the women migrants than their general health and well-being, and less attention is paid to health promotion and illness prevention beyond reproductive and sexual health. While, studies on general health have focused on the influence of health status on health care utilization and the influence of health insurance in health care utilization. The review has revealed the disparities faced by migrant women in different countries while seeking health care. Originality/value Studies on women migration and health care utilization have largely focused on the reproductive and sexual health needs of women, and this overemphasis often undermines their accessibility and affordability to overall health and well-being. Therefore, the present study has moved away from the concept of sexual and reproductive health tot that of overall health and well-being of women migrants.

Sexual and Reproductive Health Care Utilization and Preferences of Young Women With Cystic Fibrosis

2017 ◽  
Vol 60 (2) ◽  
pp. S35-S36
Author(s):  
Traci M. Kazmerski ◽  
Sonya Borrero ◽  
Gregory Sawicki ◽  
Kelley A. Jones ◽  
Kaleab Z. Abebe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Cystic Fibrosis ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Health Care Utilization ◽  
Young Women ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Care Utilization ◽  
Reproductive Health Care

scholarly journals Sexual and reproductive health care utilization and preferences reported by young women with cystic fibrosis

2018 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 64-70 ◽  
Author(s):  
Traci M. Kazmerski ◽  
Gregory S. Sawicki ◽  
Elizabeth Miller ◽  
Kelley A. Jones ◽  
Kaleab Z. Abebe ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Cystic Fibrosis ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Health Care Utilization ◽  
Young Women ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Care Utilization ◽  
Reproductive Health Care

Migration and Health Care Utilization in the European Context

2013 ◽  
pp. 145-169
Author(s):  
Carmen Cristina Ciupitu-Plath ◽  
Daniela Gohl ◽  
Christopher Kofahl ◽  
Birgit Babitsch
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Utilization ◽  
Care Utilization ◽  
European Context ◽  
Migration And Health

Reproductive Health Care Utilization among Young Mothers in Bangladesh: Does Autonomy Matter?

2012 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. e171-e180 ◽  
Author(s):  
Syed Emdadul Haque ◽  
Mosiur Rahman ◽  
Md. Golam Mostofa ◽  
Md. Sarwar Zahan
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Health Care Utilization ◽  
Care Utilization ◽  
Young Mothers ◽  
Reproductive Health Care

scholarly journals Ethnicity as a Factor in Reproductive Health Care Utilization Among Males Attending Family Planning Clinics

2010 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 216-224 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maxine L. Weinman ◽  
Ruth S. Buzi ◽  
Peggy B. Smith
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
African American ◽  
Family Planning ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Health Care Utilization ◽  
African American Males ◽  
Care Utilization ◽  
Hispanic Males ◽  
Reproductive Health Care ◽  
Young Males

Health care utilization of reproductive health care services among males is an emerging issue. This study examined ethnicity as a factor in reproductive health care utilization among 1,606 African American and Hispanic young males attending family planning clinics. Seventy percent were African American and 30% were Hispanic. Across groups, the most received service was treatment for a sexually transmitted infection (STI). African American males were more likely than Hispanic males to have health insurance, report a prior visit to a family planning/STI clinic, and have a history of an STI. Hispanic males had higher rates of employment. The most common source of referral for family planning services for both groups was either a current girlfriend or female friend. Hispanic males were more likely to use family as a referral source than African American males. Differences were also noted in regard to interest in health topics with African American males most interested in STI prevention and getting a job and Hispanic males in services related to working-out/eating well, controlling anger, feeling depressed, and getting along with family. Young males’ perceptions of what they consider to be important health care needs should be assessed carefully in order to maintain their interest in returning to the clinics.

scholarly journals Adolescents' Perceptions About Dating and Sexual Permissiveness in Ebonyi State, Nigeria: What Can Be Done to Enhance Adolescents' Sexual Health and Well-Being

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nkoli Ezumah ◽  
Ifunanya Clara Agu ◽  
Chinyere Okeke ◽  
Chibuike Agu ◽  
Chinyere Ojiugo Mbachu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Casual Sex ◽  
Reproductive Capacity ◽  
Southeastern Nigeria ◽  
Health And Well Being

Introduction: Adolescent sexual and reproductive health (SRH) issues constitute key health concerns as some adolescents are directly or indirectly involved in sexual engagements, with increased risks and health consequences. The study aims to explore adolescents' perceptions about dating and permissive sexual behaviors which will contribute to designing sexual and reproductive health interventions. This paper adds to knowledge on adolescents' perceptions about dating, pre-marital, casual, transactional and age-disparate sex in southeastern, Nigeria.Methods: A qualitative study was undertaken in the three senatorial zones of Ebonyi state, south eastern Nigeria. The study population comprised unmarried in- and out-of-school adolescents aged 13–18 years. Data were collected using a pre-tested focus group discussion (FGD) guide. There were six FGDs for boys and six FGDs for girls. A thematic framework approach was used for data analysis.Results: Adolescents' views about dating and other sexual behaviors were varied. The dominant view is that hugging, touching and kissing are inappropriate for unmarried adolescents. Similarly, pre-marital, casual, transactional, and age-disparate sex were viewed as unacceptable. However, some adolescents perceived pre-marital abstinence as a hindrance to the attainment of sexual satisfaction and reproductive capacity in marriage. Some boys and girls indicated that casual sex is good, because it enables girls from poor homes to socialize with more privileged boys/men, and that such relationships could lead to marriage. Some considered transactional and age-disparate sex as a means of survival from poverty and unemployment. Boys were more permissive in their views about sexual behaviors compared to the girls.Conclusion: Adolescents' perceptions of sexual behaviors as acceptable/unacceptable vary and are gendered. This should be considered in designing innovative strategies to improve adolescents' sexual health and well-being.

RHCC intervention: strengthening the delivery and coverage of sexual and reproductive health care during floods in Bangladesh

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nibedita Shankar Ray-Bennett ◽  
Denise Marsha Jeanor Corsel ◽  
Nimisha Goswami ◽  
Maqbul Hossain Bhuiyan
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Health Coverage ◽  
Intervention Package ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mortality And Morbidity ◽  
Reproductive Health Care

Purpose The quality and availability of sexual and reproductive health care are key determinants to reducing maternal mortalities and morbidities in disaster settings; yet, these services are often lacking in developing countries. Reducing maternal mortality and morbidity is currently the main targets of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3. The purpose of this study was to develop an intervention package called RHCC (Reproductive Health Kit 8; Capacity building; Community awareness), and to implement and evaluate it in three primary health-care (PHC) facilities in Belkuchi, Bangladesh, in order to improve the quality and availability of post-abortion care (PAC) during the 2017 floods. Design/methodology/approach This research used both quantitative and qualitative methods to develop, implement and assess the RHCC in three flood-prone PHC facilities in Belkuchi. Findings The RHCC was implemented during the floods of 2017. The findings pre- and post-intervention suggest it led to an increase in skilled management among health workers, an increase in the quality of care for clients and the availability of PAC at three PHC facilities during floods. Originality/value Due to its geographic location, Bangladesh is exposed to recurrent floods and cyclones. Evidence-based integrated intervention packages, such as the RHCC, can improve the quality and availability of reproductive health care during disasters at PHC level and, in doing so, can promote the UN’s agenda on “disaster resilient health system” to achieve the SDG 3, and the WHO’s campaign on universal health coverage.

scholarly journals Who Gets Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Does Seeing a Gastroenterologist Affect Its Course?

2001 ◽  
Vol 15 (suppl b) ◽  
pp. 5B-7B
Author(s):  
Charles N Bernstein
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Irritable Bowel Syndrome ◽  
Health Care Utilization ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Care Utilization ◽  
Office Visits ◽  
Utilization Patterns ◽  
Irritable Bowel ◽  
The Impact

A review of studies involving patients with irritable bowel syndrome is presented. This review looks at the impact of gastroenterology consultation on health care utilization patterns and the well-being of the patient when followed up over a two-year period. A structured gastroenterological consultation between the physician and patient may decrease the number of office visits for gastrointestinal- related problems.

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