Role of men in women's health service utilisation in northern Nigeria: a qualitative study of women, men and provider perspectives.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The 2018 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey shows poor maternal health in northern Nigeria. Contraceptive use remains low and maternal mortality high. Studies show that cultural norms related to men's decision-making role in the family significantly contribute to this phenomenon.

Objectives

The assessment was designed to identify barriers to service delivery and utilisation of maternal-health and family-planning services in three northern Nigerian states, focusing on aspects of service delivery affected by husband involvement.

Design

Qualitative design included 16 focus group discussions and 12 in-depth interviews with facility clients, and 16 in-depth interviews with healthcare providers, in each of the three states.

Setting

Primary healthcare fa

SUBMITTER: Sinai I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11308895 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature