Exploring women's sexual and reproductive health needs in Zabol's suburbs, Iran: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Suburban populations in developing countries are affected by poor environmental conditions affecting their ongoing health. Given the low reproductive health indicators of women residing in the suburbs of eastern Iran, planning to improve their health by assessing the needs of the target group through qualitative research is essential. The present study seeks to elucidate the views of women living in the suburbs of Zabol, Iran, regarding sexual and reproductive health needs.

Methods

This qualitative study was conducted in healthcare centers in the suburbs of Zabol in 2023. The sample comprised 22 women, including 16 women of reproductive age (age 15-49 years) living in the suburbs and six key informants (service providers and people who were in close contact with t

SUBMITTER: Koochakzai M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11658236 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature