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VOL. 11, ISSUE 6 (2024)
Delivery practices of rural women in Northern Bangladesh: A socio demographic analysis
Authors
Abu Taleb, M Zulfiquar Ali Islam, Sultana Mustafa Khanum
Abstract
In spite of global advancements, confirming safe childbirth remains a
serious public health challenge, mostly in developing countries. Though the
maternal mortality rate is decreasing, but about 287,000 women died globally in
2020 due to maternal causes. The scenario of rural areas are more vulnerable
compared to urban areas. Understanding the characteristics of rural women is
crucial for planners to take effective action. This study explores the social
and demographic factors that shape delivery practices among women in rural
Bangladesh. The research used a mixed methods approach, combining quantitative
and qualitative data to gain a deeper understanding of the participants. The
findings of the study show that though the number of receiving ANC visits is
very high, the rate of receiving all 4 antenatal care visits at the standard
time is not at a satisfactory level. Furthermore, the institutional delivery
rate has increased a lot, but still have to achieve more. The health workers
who are working in rural areas should motivate the rural women to use health
facilities properly and deliver their children to health facilities. So, to
ensure quality delivery practices, the concerned authority should emphasize
socio-demographic development, especially emphasizing education and
economically empowering rural women.
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Pages:80-83
How to cite this article:
Abu Taleb, M Zulfiquar Ali Islam, Sultana Mustafa Khanum "Delivery practices of rural women in Northern Bangladesh: A socio demographic analysis". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 11, Issue 6, 2024, Pages 80-83
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