Refugee women's experiences in accessing maternal healthcare: qualitative exploration from Krisan and Ampain refugee camps in Western Region, Ghana.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Refugee populations in Ghana faced significant challenges in accessing maternal healthcare services, including antenatal care, skilled birth attendance, and postnatal care, due to socio-economic, cultural, and health system factors. Limited research has explored the specific barriers encountered by refugee mothers in Ghana. This study explored the experiences of refugee mothers in accessing maternal healthcare services in Krisan and Ampain Refugee Camps in the Western Region, Ghana.

Methods

Anchored by Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory, Giorgi's descriptive phenomenological design was employed to collect data from refugee mothers aged 15-49. Data was gathered through in-depth interviews using a structured interview guide. Purpose, snowball, and maximum va

SUBMITTER: Baatiema L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12801539 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature