Ethnicity, gender, and migration status: Applying intersectionality methodology to explore barriers to equitable health systems for maternal and newborn health among immigrant populations in Masindi, Uganda
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000029698
Abstract: Globally, 298,000 women die due to pregnancy related causes and half of this occurs in Africa. In Uganda, maternal mortality has marginally reduced from 526 to 336 per 100,000 live births between 2001 and 2016.… read more here.
Keywords: immigrant populations; health; methodology; maternal newborn ... See more keywords
Effects of community health worker interventions on socioeconomic inequities in maternal and newborn health in low-income and middle-income countries: a mixed-methods systematic review
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjgh-2018-001308
Abstract: Introduction Community health worker (CHW) interventions are promoted to improve maternal and newborn health in low-income and middle-income countries. We reviewed the evidence on their effectiveness in reducing socioeconomic inequities in maternal and newborn health… read more here.
Keywords: maternal newborn; newborn health; community; low income ... See more keywords
Characterising innovations in maternal and newborn health based on a common theory of change: lessons from developing and applying a characterisation framework in Nigeria, Ethiopia and India
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjgh-2019-001405
Abstract: Government leadership is key to enhancing maternal and newborn survival. In low/middle-income countries, donor support is extensive and multiple actors add complexity. For policymakers and others interested in harmonising diverse maternal and newborn health efforts,… read more here.
Keywords: maternal newborn; theory change; framework; newborn health ... See more keywords
A systematic review of newborn health interventions in humanitarian settings
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjgh-2022-009082
Abstract: Background Almost half of the under-5 deaths occur in the neonatal period and most can be prevented with quality newborn care. The already vulnerable state of newborns is exacerbated in humanitarian settings. This review aims… read more here.
Keywords: health; health interventions; humanitarian settings; care ... See more keywords
Scoping review of maternal and newborn health interventions and programmes in Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-054784
Abstract: Objective To systematically scope and map research regarding interventions, programmes or strategies to improve maternal and newborn health (MNH) in Nigeria. Design Scoping review. Data sources and eligibility criteria Systematic searches were conducted from 1… read more here.
Keywords: health; review; maternal newborn; social determinants ... See more keywords
Global initiatives in maternal and newborn health
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DOI: 10.1177/1753495x16684987
Abstract: In 2015, 17 sustainable development goals were established for 2030. These global goals aim to ensure healthy lives and promote wellbeing for all. In support of the sustainable development goals, the World Health Organization proposed… read more here.
Keywords: maternal newborn; sustainable development; newborn health; strategy ... See more keywords
Demand-side financing for maternal and newborn health: what do we know about factors that affect implementation of cash transfers and voucher programmes?
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DOI: 10.1186/s12884-017-1445-y
Abstract: BackgroundDemand-side financing (DSF) interventions, including cash transfers and vouchers, have been introduced to promote maternal and newborn health in a range of low- and middle-income countries. These interventions vary in design but have typically been… read more here.
Keywords: maternal newborn; side financing; implementation; newborn health ... See more keywords
Stakeholders perceptions regarding implementing maternal and newborn health care programs in Rwanda
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DOI: 10.1186/s12913-021-06824-3
Abstract: Background While maternal and newborn deaths has been decreasing since 2008 in Rwanda, there is room for improvement to meet its sustainable development goals. The maternal and newborn health care program needs to be monitored… read more here.
Keywords: maternal newborn; health care; newborn health; program ... See more keywords
Approaches towards improving the quality of maternal and newborn health services in South Asia: challenges and opportunities for healthcare systems
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DOI: 10.1186/s12992-018-0338-9
Abstract: BackgroundSouth Asia is experiencing a dismal state of maternal and newborn health (MNH) as the region has been falling behind in reducing the levels of maternal and neonatal mortality. Most of the efforts are focused… read more here.
Keywords: maternal newborn; quality; newborn health; south asia ... See more keywords
Involving men to improve maternal and newborn health: A systematic review of the effectiveness of interventions
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0191620
Abstract: Background Emerging evidence and program experience indicate that engaging men in maternal and newborn health can have considerable health benefits for women and children in low- and middle-income countries. Previous reviews have identified male involvement… read more here.
Keywords: maternal newborn; newborn health; mortality morbidity; health ... See more keywords
A comparison of maternal and newborn health services costs in Sindh Pakistan
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0208299
Abstract: Pakistani women suffer the highest rate of maternal mortality in South Asia. A lack of comprehensive knowledge about maternal and newborn health (MNH) services costs impedes policy decisions to maximize the benefit from existing, as… read more here.
Keywords: maternal newborn; services costs; newborn health; sindh pakistan ... See more keywords