Family planning saves maternal and newborn lives: Why universal access to contraception must be prioritized in national maternal and newborn health policies, financing, and programs
Ian Askew, Laura Raney, Monica Reid Kerrigan, Aparna Sridhar
Abstract
Synopsis We highlight why integrating contraceptive services within maternal and newborn health programs is essential for improving outcomes. We offer effective, actionable recommendations that can be implemented easily.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineFamily planningMaternal healthFamily medicinePopulationHealth servicesEconomic growthNursingEnvironmental healthResearch methodologyEconomicsGlobal Maternal and Child HealthReproductive Health and Contraception