Barriers to advancing the sexual and reproductive health agenda in Latin America: a qualitative study of key informants' perspectives.

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Background

The effective attainment of sexual, reproductive, and maternal health and rights (SRMHR) requires a holistic life-course approach. This approach should address disparities in healthcare access and rights, guarantee the delivery of high-quality care devoid of discrimination, and underscore rigorous accountability mechanisms throughout the implementation process. Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) countries face significant disparities in SRMHR within and between nations. Vulnerable populations, such as indigenous communities, Afro-descendants, LGBTQI + population, persons with disabilities, older adults, and migrants, often endure discrimination and stigmatization, severely impacting their access to healthcare and health rights. This paper presents the findings from the q

SUBMITTER: Alonso JP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11657184 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature