Influences on ethnic minority women's experiences and access to contraception in the UK: a systematic qualitative evidence synthesis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Accessible contraception is critical for promoting the health and well-being of women and their families. In the UK, contraception is free at the point of access, but only 55% of pregnancies are planned, with negative implications for maternal and infant outcomes. In general, women from ethnic minorities use contraceptives less than white women. Barriers to the uptake of contraceptives have been identified, including perceived poor information from healthcare professionals and concerns about side effects. However, most studies do not include representative proportions of women from ethnic minorities. Evidence suggests that ethnic minority (EM) women feel targeted and coerced by healthcare professionals regarding contraception.

Methods

A systematic search of Medlin

SUBMITTER: Cory RJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11874343 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature