scholarly journals Socio-economic and Socio-cultural Factors Influencing Contraceptive Uptake among Women of Reproductive Age at Kahe Ward in Moshi, Kilimanjaro - Tanzania

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Factors ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Contraceptive Uptake

scholarly journals Demographic and socio-cultural factors influencing contraceptive uptake among women of reproductive age in Tamale Metropolis, Northern Region, Ghana

2020 ◽  
Vol 54 (2) ◽  
pp. 64-72
Author(s):  
Marijanatu Abdulai ◽  
Ernest Kenu ◽  
Donne Ameme ◽  
Delia Bandoh ◽  
Phillip Tabong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Contraceptive Use ◽  
Cultural Factors ◽  
Northern Region ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Tamale Metropolis ◽  
Reproductive Aged Women ◽  
Contraceptive Uptake

Background: This study assessed some demographic and socio-cultural factors that influence contraceptive uptake among reproductive-aged women in Tamale Metropolis of the Northern Region, GhanaDesign: This was a cross-sectional study conducted from February to March 2015Setting: All three sub Metropolis in TamaleParticipants: All community members and women of reproductive age (15-49years)Intervention: The study used cluster sampling to recruit women who were interviewed using a structured questionnaire. Nine focus group discussions (FGDs) were also held among community members who were purposively selected.Main outcome measures: contraceptive uptake (use of contraceptive)Results: The mean age of the women was 26 years. The prevalence of contraceptive uptake among reproductive-age women was 36.8% (165/448). Women with secondary school education [AOR=4.4(95%CI:1.6-12.4)], and those in homes where decisions on having children were made by both partners [AOR=2.1(95%CI:1.1-04.42)] were more likely to use contraceptives. Unemployed women [AOR=0.3(95%CI:0.1-0.8)], women whose husbands were unaware of their contraceptive use [AOR=0.4(95%CI:0.2-0.9)] and those having a culture or religion that frowns on contraceptive use [AOR=0.4(95%CI:0.2-0.8)] were less likely to use contraceptive among women in the Tamale Metropolis.Conclusion: The study found a contraceptive prevalence rate (CPR) in Tamale Metropolis, Northern Ghana to be 36.8%. Education and living in a home where childbearing decisions are made together were identified as positive factors influencing contraceptive uptake.Keywords: Contraceptive Uptake; Tamale Metropolis; Reproductive-aged women; socio cultural factors; Contraceptive prevalenceFunding: This work was funded by the authors

MULTILEVEL LINEAR REGRESSION ANALYSIS OF FACTORS INFLUENCING BODY MASS INDEX AMONG BANGLADESHI MARRIED NON-PREGNANT WOMEN

2016 ◽  
Vol 49 (4) ◽  
pp. 498-508 ◽  
Author(s):  
Md Kamruzzaman ◽  
A. S. M. A. Mamun ◽  
Sheikh Muhammad Abu Bakar ◽  
Aik Saw ◽  
T. Kamarul ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Linear Regression ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Cluster Effect ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
First Marriage ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Age At First Marriage

SummaryThe aim of this study was to investigate the socioeconomic and demographic factors influencing the body mass index (BMI) of non-pregnant married Bangladeshi women of reproductive age. Secondary (Hierarchy) data from the 2011 Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey, collected using two-stage stratified cluster sampling, were used. Two-level linear regression analysis was performed to remove the cluster effect of the variables. The mean BMI of married non-pregnant Bangladeshi women was 21.60±3.86 kg/m2, and the prevalence of underweight, overweight and obesity was 22.8%, 14.9% and 3.2%, respectively. After removing the cluster effect, age and age at first marriage were found to be positively (p<0.01) related with BMI. Number of children was negatively related with women’s BMI. Lower BMI was especially found among women from rural areas and poor families, with an uneducated husband, with no television at home and who were currently breast-feeding. Age, total children ever born, age at first marriage, type of residence, education level, level of husband’s education, wealth index, having a television at home and practising breast-feeding were found to be important predictors for the BMI of married Bangladeshi non-pregnant women of reproductive age. This information could be used to identify sections of the Bangladeshi population that require special attention, and to develop more effective strategies to resolve the problem of malnutrition.

scholarly journals Knowledge and factors influencing long acting reversible contraceptive use among women of reproductive age in Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 7
Author(s):  
Obasanjo Afolabi Bolarinwa ◽  
Olalekan Seun Olagunju
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Contraceptive Use ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Household Wealth ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Unintended Pregnancies ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Long Acting ◽  
Long Acting Reversible Contraceptive

Background: Approximately 48% of unintended pregnancies occur as a result of contraceptive failure around the world, which is largely due to incorrect use, poor adherence and/or technology failure. Long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) methods have been developed to close this gap because it’s not dependent on compliance with a pill-taking regimen; remembering to change patch or ring; or fixing an appointment with physicians. The main aim of this study is to identify the factors influencing the women associated with use of LARC and to examine the relationship between knowledge of LARC and its current use. Methods: This study assessed the PMA2020 methodology and secondary dataset using female datasets from PMA 2016 (Round 3) exercise. PMA 2016 was a survey carried out in seven states of Nigeria. The target population for this study was women of reproductive age (15-49 years) currently using contraception prior to the survey. The sample size of women meeting inclusion criteria in this study was 1927. The data were analyzed using frequency distribution, chi-square and logistic regression at 5% level of significant. Results: The results showed that 21.0% of women were using traditional methods. Concerning LARC methods, the table showed that 14.8% of the sampled women were using LARC methods. Findings further showed that at both levels of analyses there is a significant relationship (P<0.05 and P=0.00 for binary and multivariable logistic regression, respectively) between knowledge of LARCs and uses in this study. This means that knowledge of LARC & other socio-demographic variables among women of reproductive age in Nigeria can influence the use of it. Conclusions: From the result of the study we concluded that 14.8% of women using contraception were using LARC. Additionally, level of education, age of women, household wealth and number of living children were significantly associated with using LARC.

scholarly journals Variations in modern contraceptive uptake and its correlates in South West and North East Nigeria: a comparative analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 2852
Author(s):  
Funmilola F. Oyinlola ◽  
Samson O. Bamiwuye ◽  
Stephen A. Adebowale ◽  
Opeyemi O. Ekundayo ◽  
Benjamin B. Ilesanmi
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Modern Contraceptive ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
North East ◽  
South West ◽  
Living Children ◽  
Contraceptive Uptake

Background: Family planning programs are implemented specifically to address the sexual and reproductive health challenges of women of childbearing age but these interventions are yet to address regional differences in modern contraceptive usage in Nigeria. Hence, this study aimed to examine correlates of modern contraceptive uptake in South West and North Eastern, Nigeria.Methods: A cross-sectional survey data for women aged 15-49 years was extracted from Nigeria demographic and health surveys 2018 (NDHS). Data analyses were based on a weighted sample of 10,907 (North East= 5406 and South West = 5501) women of reproductive age. The outcome variable was modern contraceptive use. The main explanatory variables were age, employment status, religion, Number of living children, education, and marital status. Frequency distribution, Chi-square test, and binary logistic regression were used for data analysis (α=0.05).Results: The result showed the mean age of women of reproductive age in South West and North East to be 32years and 30 years respectively. More women in South West used modern contraceptive than women in North East. About 91.5% and 75.8% of women in North East and South West respectively did not used any modern method. The result showed that, in the South West, number of living children (OR:4.06, CI: 2.794-5.921), education (OR:1.35, CI: 1.045-1.754) and wealth index (OR:1.77, CI: 1.053-2.973) increased the odds of contraceptive uptake, while maternal age (OR:0.52, CI: 0.282-0.965), religion (OR:0.25, CI: 0.184-0.347) and place of residence (OR:0.68, CI: 0.504-0.916) significantly reduced the odds of modern contraceptive uptake in North East.Conclusions: This study concludes that there are regional variations in uptake and predictors of modern contraceptives use in Nigeria. Therefore, sexual and reproductive health interventions that considers the study’s significant variables should be put in place to increase uptake.

scholarly journals Factors influencing breast cancer screening practices among women of reproductive age in South Kayonza District, Rwanda

2021 ◽  
Vol 31 (3) ◽  
pp. 251-257
Author(s):  
Pierre Céléstin Igiraneza ◽  
Lilian A. Omondi ◽  
Bellancille Nikuze ◽  
Marie Goretti Uwayezu ◽  
Margaret Fitch ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Breast Cancer Screening ◽  
Breast Screening ◽  
Breast Ultrasound ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Cancer Risk Factors ◽  
Screening Practices ◽  
Factors Influencing

Introduction: Breast cancer in Rwanda is a major concern for women’s health, as most breast cancer diagnoses are made at an advanced stage. Yet, diagnosis can be done early with breast cancer screening practices. Aim: To assess factors influencing breast cancer screening practices among women of reproductive age in South Kayonza District of Rwanda. Methodology: A quantitative survey was conducted with 246 women between 16 and 49 years of age from four health centres in South Kayonza District. A structured, pretested, and self-administered questionnaire was used to assess the influence of knowledge, health facilities, and socioeconomic and cultural factors on breast screening practices among women in South Kayonza. Result: Among all respondents, 55.5% had moderate knowledge about breast cancer risk factors and 60.2% also had moderate knowledge on the influence of breast cancer screening. While 28% were knowledgeable about Breast Self-Examination (BSE), 16.4% were knowledgeable about Clinical Breast Examination (CBE) and breast ultrasound. Responses about the practice of breast screening in the last two years showed 72% of respondents had never practiced BSE and 81.3% had not used CBE or breast ultrasound scan. The main source of information about breast cancer screening was the radio, used by 30.4% of respondents. Significant relationships were found between age and marital status with breast cancer screening practices. Conclusion: This study revealed low levels of knowledge about breast cancer, breast cancer screening, and practice regarding breast cancer screening. There is a need to promote awareness of breast cancer and create a program, which can influence breast cancer screening knowledge and practice to ultimately improve health among women in south Kayonza.

Factors Influencing Obstetric Home Delivery and Outcome Among Women of Reproductive Age in Dusmareb District, Somalia

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdinasir Abdullahi Jama ◽  
Ayodele O Arowojolu ◽  
IkeOluwapo O Ajay
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Focus Group Discussion ◽  
Tertiary Education ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Home Delivery ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Health Staff ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Influencing

Abstract Background: Homebirth (home delivery) is a birth that takes place in a residence rather than in a hospital or a birth center. Aims: The aim of the study is to determine factors influencing obstetric home delivery and the outcomes among women of reproductive age in Dusmareb district, Somalia. Methods: The study was used a descriptive cross-sectional study in Dusamreb district of Somalia with both qualitative and quantitative techniques of data collections and random technique was used to select 228 women of reproductive age. Well-structured questionnaires were administered by the interviewer to participants who gave their consent and also two focus group discussion sessions were conducted with discussion guides. Data were analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 20.0. Descriptive , and Inferential statistics were used to test association, with the level of significance set at 5%. Results: The findings of this study show that 41% have had at least one child delivery at home. The mean age of the respondents was 32.9 ± 8.1 years; 15(6.6%) had tertiary education and Women with 4 – 6 children were four times more likely to have a home delivery (OR = 3.65, p = 0.002), Women with employment were 59% less likely to have a home delivery (OR = 0.41, p = 0.009); the study also found as outcome of home delivery that 22% of the women reported their baby was not okay and have taken to hospital, while 41(73.2%) reported the child died within 28 days following delivery while 24 (42.8%), women experienced prolonged labour during their last delivery at home.in the focus group discussion the women reported that there is poor communication relationship between the mothers and health staff. Conclusion: the study is highly recommended the government to create employment for the women,also the hospital directors were recommended to monitor the relationship between the care giver and the pregnant mother.

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