Measuring universal health coverage in reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health: An update of the composite coverage index.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Monitoring universal health coverage in reproductive, maternal and child health requires appropriate indicators for assessing coverage and equity. In 2008, the composite coverage index (CCI)-a weighted average of eight indicators reflecting family planning, antenatal and delivery care, immunizations and management of childhood illnesses-was proposed. In 2017, the CCI formula was revised to update the family planning and diarrhea management indicators. We explored the implications of adding new indicators to the CCI. METHODS:We analysed nationally representative surveys to investigate how addition of early breastfeeding initiation (EIBF), tetanus toxoid during pregnancy and post-natal care for babies affected CCI levels and the magnitude of wealth-related inequalities. We used Pe

SUBMITTER: Wehrmeister FC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7190152 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature