scholarly journals Explaining the concept of maternal health information verification and assessment during pregnancy: a qualitative study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Safoura Taheri ◽  
Mahmoud Tavousi ◽  
Zohre Momenimovahed ◽  
Ashraf Direkvand-Moghadam ◽  
Nazanin Rezaei ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Health ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Information Sources ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Main Category ◽  
Health Authorities ◽  
Information Verification

Abstract Background Pregnant women use information sources for their own health and health of their children. However, despite the importance of trusting the information sources, pregnant women may not have the ability to verify the maternal health information, which could have negative consequences for their health. The purpose of this study was to explain the concept of maternal health information verification and assessment in pregnant women according to their experiences and perception. Methods This is a qualitative study that was conducted in 2017 in Tehran, Iran. The participants in this study consisted of 19 pregnant women who were selected by purposeful sampling. To collect data, semi-structured, in-depth and face to face interviews were conducted with participants and continued until saturation of data. Conventional content analysis method was used to analyze the data and to identify concepts and synthesize them into general classes. MAXQDA software version 10 was used to manage the data. Results In the process of data analysis, the concept of verification and assessment of maternal health information in pregnancy was explained in two main categories, including “Validity of information resources” and “Reliance on information resources.” The category of Validity of information resources had two subcategories of valid and invalid sources, and the main category of Reliance on information resources had two subcategories of indicators of assurance, and confusion and trying to obtain assurance. Conclusion The results indicated that pregnant women used various sources and indicators, as well as different evaluation methods to obtain information and verify it, especially when they are confused. Thus, health authorities and healthcare professionals should provide appropriate programs to familiarize mothers with credible sources, train pregnant women on standards and practices for judging the accuracy of information, and create a safe margin of information.

scholarly journals Exploring Women’s Health Information Needs During Pregnancy: A Qualitative Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marzieh Javanmardi ◽  
Mahnaz Noroozi ◽  
Firouzeh Mostafavi ◽  
Hasan Ashrafi-Rizi
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Main Category ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Field Notes ◽  
In Pregnancy

Objective: Pregnant women need health information to ensure their health and to have a healthy delivery. Therefore, equipping them with adequate information can bring desired health outcomes for them and their fetus. The present study was conducted to explore health information needs of women during pregnancy. Materials and methods: The present research was a qualitative study. Thirty-nine participants (pregnant women, midwives, and obstetricians) were selected through purposeful sampling in Isfahan from June to November 2016. Data were collected through in-depth face-to-face semi-structured interviews, daily notes and field notes. Results: Data analysis led to emergence of ten sub-categories including: "common complaints during pregnancy", "problems and complications in pregnancy", "factors affecting fetal health", "proper nutrition and take supplements during pregnancy", "sex during pregnancy", "exercise during pregnancy", "diagnostic tests in pregnancy", "fetal growth and development", "types of childbirth and preparation for delivery" and "baby care and breastfeeding" and finally the main category was the "health information needs". Conclusion: Regarding the health information requests of pregnant women, their needs should be identified and taken into consideration when planning educational programs for this group of women.

scholarly journals Exploring COVID-19 Related Factors Influencing Antenatal Care Services Uptake: A Qualitative Study among Women in a Rural Community in Southwest Ethiopia

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
pp. 215013272199689
Author(s):  
Shewangizaw Hailemariam ◽  
Wubetu Agegnehu ◽  
Misganaw Derese
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Maternal Health ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Facility ◽  
Care Service ◽  
Maternal Health Service ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Factors Influencing

Introduction: Evidences suggest a significant decline in maternal health service uptake following the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic in Ethiopia. However, COVID-19 related factors impacting the service uptake are not sufficiently addressed. Hence, the current study was intended to explore COVID-19 related factors influencing antenatal care service uptake in rural Ethiopia. Methods: A community-based qualitative study was conducted from September 25/2020 to November 25/2020 among selected pregnant women residing in rural districts of Bench-Sheko Zone, and healthcare providers working in the local health care facilities. Six focus group discussions and 9 in-depth interviews were made between pregnant women, and health care providers, respectively. Data was collected by health education and behavioral science professionals who also have experience in qualitative data collection procedure. Data were transcribed, translated, and analyzed thematically using Open Code 4.0 software. Result: The study revealed several COVID-19 related factors influencing the uptake of antenatal care service during the pandemic. Health facility related barriers, perceived poor quality of care during the pandemic, government measures against COVID-19, anxiety related to the pandemic, and risk minimization were the identified factors possibly influencing the current antenatal care service uptake among women in rural Bench-Sheko Zone. Conclusion: COVID-19 preventive measures, and health facility related factors and individual factors were responsible for the current decline in antenatal care service uptake. Preserving essential health care service is critical to prevent avoidable losses of maternal and child lives during the pandemic period. Hence, programs and strategies designed to maintain maternal health services particularly, antenatal care service have better take the above determinants into consideration.

scholarly journals Accessibility of maternal health information and its influence on maternal health preferences in rural Tanzania: A case study of Chamwino District

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hilda A. Mwangakala
Keyword(s):  
Rural Communities ◽  
Maternal Health ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Phenomenological Study ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Primary Source ◽  
Healthcare Personnel ◽  
Health Providers ◽  
Leading Role

Background: The access to quality maternal health information amongst pregnant women plays an important role in determining woman’s health behaviour during pregnancy. Yet, access to maternal health information remains a major challenge in Tanzanian rural communities especially for pregnant women leading to low utilisation of skilled maternal health services.Objectives: The study aimed at examining the accessibility of maternal health information amongst pregnant women in rural Tanzania.Methods: A qualitative phenomenological study involving 25 pregnant women, 5 skilled healthcare providers (SHPs) and 5 traditional birth attendants (TBAs) was carried out in Chamwino District, Dodoma Region, Tanzania for a period of 6 months. Data were analysed thematically using the six-stage guide to thematic data analysis with NVivo Software.Results: The acute shortage of healthcare personnel and traditional beliefs influenced pregnant women’s access to quality maternal health information. The majority of women used mothers-in-law and TBAs as their primary source of maternal health information rather than skilled healthcare providers.Conclusion: Despite the acute shortage, healthcare providers need to play a leading role in providing maternal health information amongst the rural populations. Furthermore, skilled health providers need to work in collaboration with the TBAs to increase access to maternal health information and build a well-informed healthy society.

scholarly journals The Impact of Health Information Exposure and Source Credibility on COVID-19 Vaccination Intention in Germany

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (9) ◽  
pp. 4678
Author(s):  
Volker Gehrau ◽  
Sam Fujarski ◽  
Hannah Lorenz ◽  
Carla Schieb ◽  
Bernd Blöbaum
Keyword(s):  
Health Information ◽  
Information Dissemination ◽  
Information Sources ◽  
Source Credibility ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Transmission Rate ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Vaccine Hesitancy ◽  
Health Authorities ◽  
The Impact

Due to the novelty and high transmission rate of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), direct medical countermeasures are urgently needed. Among actions against the further outbreak of COVID-19, vaccination has been considered as a chief candidate. However, the rapid development of COVID-19 vaccines has led to concern about their safety and thus to public vaccine hesitancy. Strategic heath communication channels, which are widely used and highly trusted, can contribute to more effective promotions of vaccination intention and to the reduction of misleading information about COVID-19 vaccines. Therefore, this study examines the relationship between the exposure to and credibility of different health information sources and the COVID-19 vaccination intention among 629 German adults. Descriptive statistical analysis and multiple linear regressions are employed to examine the research questions. Results reveal that, aside from reliable information from experts and health authorities, local newspapers also have a positive impact on COVID-19 vaccination intention. However, this effect diminishes to some extent when age is considered. In addition, alternative information sources pose a noticeable threat to COVID-19 vaccination intention. Therefore, a close cooperation between healthcare experts, health authorities, and mass media with regard to information dissemination is conducive for vaccination campaigns and for the fight against misleading claims about COVID-19 vaccines.

Health information needs of pregnant women: information sources, motives and barriers

2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-37 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sudabeh Kamali ◽  
Leila Ahmadian ◽  
Reza Khajouei ◽  
Kambiz Bahaadinbeigy
Keyword(s):  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Information Needs ◽  
Information Sources

scholarly journals Barriers in health seeking behaviour among tribal pregnant women in a hilly tribal area of Kashmir: a qualitative study

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (11) ◽  
pp. 3950
Author(s):  
Nazia Zahoor ◽  
Khalid Bashir ◽  
Zeenat Kausar ◽  
Syed Najmul Ain
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Maternal Health ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Health System ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Maternal Mortality Ratio ◽  
Cultural Influences ◽  
Health Care Facilities ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Tribal Area

Background: Maternal health is of paramount concern all over the world and has been a priority in India as well with the maternal health programs evolving over the time, addressing new arenas and overcoming challenges to reach the Maternal mortality ratio (MMR) target with quality. (1) In tribal areas various barriers in health seeking behavior are impediments towards maternal health.Methods: An explorative qualitative study was undertaken in a tribal area of Srinagar, Kashmir, which is a rural field practice area of the Department of Community Medicine Government Medical College, Srinagar. Focus group discussion (FGD) and in-depth interviews were conducted. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the FGD and in-depth interview data.Results: The data analysis generated following five themes: Theme 1: Perceptions and practices among tribal pregnant women in Faqir Gujree area. Theme 2: Socio-cultural influences, attitude and beliefs. Theme 3: Health system related barriers. Theme 4: Community related barriers. Theme 5: Cultural barriers among the pregnant women.Conclusions: There is a need of continuous behaviour change communication (BCC) with pregnant women and community members. In addition to addressing these issues, the health system related issues need to be addressed and improved in order to improve access to health care facilities by these pregnant women. Thus, a comprehensive tribal-sensitive health care system incorporating the above cultural issues is required to improve the health care access among these vulnerable ANC patients.

scholarly journals Collecting Maternal Health Information From HIV-Positive Pregnant Women Using Mobile Phone-Assisted Face-to-Face Interviews in Southern Africa

2013 ◽  
Vol 15 (6) ◽  
pp. e116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alastair van Heerden ◽  
Shane Norris ◽  
Stephen Tollman ◽  
Linda Richter ◽  
Mary Jane Rotheram-Borus
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Health ◽  
Mobile Phone ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Southern Africa ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Face To Face

scholarly journals Health Literacy, Information Seeking Patterns and Perceived Outcomes among Pregnant Women in Two Districts of Tanzania

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Columba Mbekenga ◽  
Reuben Mutagaywa ◽  
Edda Tandi Lwoga
Keyword(s):  
Health Literacy ◽  
Maternal Health ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Information Seeking ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
High Level

Abstract BackgroundPregnant women that engage in information seeking process are more likely to have a high level of knowledge about their health, be confident to discuss their health concerns with their health care providers and report better health promotion activities than individuals who do not seek health information. However, health literacy influence pregnant women’s information seeking behaviours and consequently their health knowledge and health outcomes. Limited studies have explored the effects of health literacy on the outcomes associated with the information seeking among pregnant women in Tanzania. This study investigates the relationship between health literacy and information seeking patterns and its associated outcomes among pregnant women in Tanzania. MethodsA cross- sectional survey was conducted among 260 pregnant women aged 18 and above attending selected antenatal clinics (ANC) in Tanzania. Health literacy was assessed using a REALM-SF instrument while information seeking patterns while the associated outcomes were measured using three Likert scales. Descriptive and analytic analyzes were performed using the SPSS, version 24.ResultsAmong the demographic factors, level of education was significantly associated with the level of health literacy (p<0.001). The level of health literacy was better among married pregnant women than those who were not married, and among those who have high income more than those with low-income. The number of ANC visits, gestational age and parity were significantly associated with the level of health literacy (p<0.05). A significant relationship was found between health literacy with seeking health information from village leaders (p < 0.0001) and all online information sources (p < 0.05). Pregnant women with high level of health literacy strongly agree to confirm (from health professionals) the validity of health information they receive from different sources and to recommend the importance of searching health information to others (p<0.001).ConclusionHealth literacy has great influence on maternal health behaviors and the associated outcomes. Maternal health interventions targeting both individual women and the public to ensure high health literacy levels across communities are required. An integration of online/ web-based health information in ANC health educational packages would warrant pregnant women access to high quality health information.

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