Factors associated with under-five mortality in Bhutan: an analysis of the Bhutan National Health Survey 2012.

ABSTRACT:

Background

As an important marker for health equity and access, under-five mortality (UFM) is a primary measure for socioeconomic development. The importance of reducing UFM has been further emphasized in an ambitious target under Sustainable Development Goals. The factors influencing UFM are not adequately understood in Bhutan.

Methods

The most recent dataset of the Bhutan National Health Survey (BNHS) 2012 was used in this study. Multiple logistic regression analysis using a backwards elimination approach was performed to identify significant factors influencing UFM. All statistical analyses were adjusted for the complex study design due to the multistage stratified cluster sampling used in BNHS.

Results

Bhutan's UFM rate was 37 per 1000 live births. The weighted me

SUBMITTER: Dendup T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6296032 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature