Reproductive Rights Knowledge, Health Care Utilization, and Contraceptive Use in Pakistan: A Reproductive Rights Perspective

Saeed, Sadia; Pillai, Vijayan K.; Gouher, Azka

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“…7 A study conducted in Peshawar showed that only 30.7% had correct information about contraception while 51% did not agree to practice it. 8 another study showed that condoms were mostly (65.5%) used as contraceptive .9 Mix reports are available one shows that education has no effect on contraception usage 10 On the other hand some reports show relationship 11 This research aims to identify the primary factors that drive such barriers by exploring the root causes of limited access and use of contraception among women. It also aims to understand why some women avoid it.…”

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Breaking the Barrier: Understanding Women’s Perceptions and Knowledge of Contraceptive Methods

Farooq Khan,

Zafar,

Sohail

et al. 2023

PJMHS

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Objective; to identify barriers that prevents to access contraception among female Secondary objective was to determine the sources of awareness that can improve access to and use of family planning services. Methodology; A Cross sectional survey was carried out on in Public and private gynecological setups of Lahore. Sample of 300 women, focuses on family planning among women aged 18 to 45 in Lahore, were surveyed from January to May 2022. Categorical data was presented in the form of frequency and percentages and graphs. Results: Among the subjects 128(42.67%) were using Oral contraceptives, 85(28.33%) were using Condoms, 39(13%) were using Intrauterine Devices (IUDs), 28(9.33%) were using Injectable Contraceptives, 14(4.67%) had used Emergency Contraception and only 6( 2%) have Implants. On inquiring regarding source of information 184(61.30%) replied from Healthcare Provider, 72(24%) received from Friends / Family, 26(8.70%) get information from Media (TV/ Radio), 17(5.70%) learn from Internet and 1(0.30%) has other source of information. Among the barriers in using contraceptives 155(51.70%) replied Lack of awareness, 92(30.70%) replied Cultural/ religious beliefs, 44(14.70%) replied Lack of healthcare facilities, 25(8.30%) replied Fear of side effects and 20(6.70%) replied Cost of Contraception Conclusion: The study found that although many women are interested in using various contraception methods, several barriers exist that prevent them from accessing and using these services. The primary barriers include lack of knowledge, cultural and religious beliefs, limited access to healthcare facilities, fear of side effects, and contraception costs. Keywords: Contraceptive Methods, Knowledge, Women, Barriers

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Breaking the Barrier: Understanding Women’s Perceptions and Knowledge of Contraceptive Methods

Farooq Khan,

Zafar,

Sohail

et al. 2023

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Ethnic minority and their knowledge about their human health rights: evidence from a national survey in Peru

Uyen-Cateriano

Visconti-Lopez²,

Cabanillas-Ramirez³

et al. 2022

IJHRH

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Purpose This study aims to evaluate the association between ethnic minority membership and their knowledge about their human health rights in Peru. Design/methodology/approach A secondary analysis of the National Health User Satisfaction Survey 2015–2016 was conducted using an analytical cross-sectional design. Participants who spoke Quechua, Aymara, Awajun, Bora or a language other than Spanish aged 15 year were considered as a racial minority. The question “Do you know that by law you have health rights?” was applied to incorporate knowledge on health rights. Generalized linear models of the Poisson distribution were used to calculate crude prevalence ratio and adjusted prevalence ratio. A total of 3,721 responses were included in the analysis. Findings The average age was 38.3 year, and 26.6% were males. The prevalence of belonging to an ethnic minority was 7.7%, and 27.6% of the participants did not know about their health rights. An association was found in the adjusted regression analysis between belonging to an ethnic minority and a greater probability of not knowing human health rights. Originality/value The value of the works lies in one in four participants who did not know he had health rights by law. Belonging to an ethnic minority was associated with not knowing about having human health rights.

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Balancing Pakistan's Population Growth with Climate Change: Charting a Sustainable Path Forward

Pervaiz,

Umar

2024

JHCC

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Pakistan's rapid population growth has a significant impact on its capacity to address climate change. The migration of individuals to urban areas in search of better amenities leads to the expansion of urbanization and a rise in human-induced activities, leading to the formation of urban heat islands and warmer climatic conditions.1,2 This urban development further intensifies the trend of rising temperatures in key cities such as Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, and Quetta, disturbing the usual climate patterns. Moreover, the demographic dividend, if not effectively utilized, can contribute to environmental deterioration and climate change challenges, thus impeding the achievement of sustainable development objectives. The substantial growth in population strains available resources, escalates emissions, and poses obstacles to the implementation of measures for climate resilience, underscoring the critical necessity of strategic policies to tackle these interconnected issues3. The increase in the population of Pakistan has noteworthy environmental implications on agriculture and food security. Challenges faced by the agricultural sector of the nation include erratic weather patterns, substandard crop yield, and degradation of soil fertility.4 The impact of climate change further complicates these challenges, as elevated temperatures and diminished water availability negatively influence crop output and water efficiency.5 Moreover, insufficient investments, unequal land allocation, and limited water resources impede consistent agricultural development, thereby affecting food security. Projections for the future indicate a necessity for a 40% enhancement in food production by 2025 to fulfill the demands of the growing population, underscoring the critical need for sustainable agricultural methodologies and adaptive measures to alleviate the detrimental consequences of population growth on agriculture and food security in Pakistan.6 Addressing Pakistan's population growth requires a multifaceted approach that encompasses education, healthcare, women's empowerment, and access to family planning services. Education, especially for girls, plays a pivotal role in empowering individuals to make informed choices about family size and reproductive health. By investing in education and promoting gender equality, Pakistan can empower women to participate more fully in the workforce, delay marriage, and make decisions regarding family planning, leading to lower fertility rates and improved maternal and child health outcomes.7,8 Furthermore, access to affordable and high-quality healthcare services, including family planning and reproductive health services, is essential for enabling individuals to plan their families according to their desired family size. Pakistan must prioritize the expansion of healthcare infrastructure, training of healthcare professionals, and dissemination of accurate information about contraception and family planning methods to ensure universal access to reproductive healthcare services.9,10 Pakistan, due to the significant impact of climate change, is confronted with various challenges such as extreme weather events, water scarcity, and food insecurity. It is imperative to prioritize investments in climate-smart infrastructure, sustainable agriculture, and disaster preparedness to bolster climate resilience. The implementation of sustainable strategies such as crop diversification and agroforestry play a vital role in enhancing resilience, ensuring food security, and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. Given that the agricultural sector serves as a major source of employment, it is crucial for it to embrace climate-resilient practices to effectively adapt to shifting climates and mitigate environmental degradation. Additionally, the allocation of resources towards renewable energy sources like solar and wind power can diminish dependence on fossil fuels, decrease emissions, generate employment opportunities, stimulate economic development, and improve energy accessibility in remote regions.11,12 However, addressing Pakistan's population growth and climate change requires concerted efforts and collaboration among government agencies, civil society organizations, the private sector, and the international community. It demands political will, commitment to sustainable development goals, and long-term planning to achieve meaningful results. By investing in education, healthcare, women's empowerment, sustainable development, and climate resilience, Pakistan can chart a sustainable path forward those balances population dynamics with environmental sustainability. The time to act is now, and Pakistan must seize the opportunity to build a more resilient and prosperous future for its people and the planet.

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Reproductive Rights Knowledge, Health Care Utilization, and Contraceptive Use in Pakistan: A Reproductive Rights Perspective

Cited by 3 publications

References 32 publications

Breaking the Barrier: Understanding Women’s Perceptions and Knowledge of Contraceptive Methods

Breaking the Barrier: Understanding Women’s Perceptions and Knowledge of Contraceptive Methods

Ethnic minority and their knowledge about their human health rights: evidence from a national survey in Peru

Balancing Pakistan's Population Growth with Climate Change: Charting a Sustainable Path Forward

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