A review of factors associated with the utilization of healthcare services and strategies for improving postpartum care in Africa

Reducing maternal mortality continues to be a major challenge for African countries. We conducted a literature review to identify the factors associated with the utilization of maternal and child healthcare services during the postpartum period and the strategies for strengthening postpartum healthc...

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Main Authors: Yugbare Belemsaga Danielle, Kouanda Seni, Goujon Anne, Kiendrebeogo Joel A, Duysburgh Els, Degomme Olivier, Temmerman Marleen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Gents Afrika Platform, Afrika Brug 2015-12-01
Series:Afrika Focus
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Online Access:http://www.gap.ugent.be/africafocus/pdf/2015vol28nr2-dy belemsaga.pdf