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View article: Arabic speaking women’s experience of postpartum contraceptive counselling in Sweden
Arabic speaking women’s experience of postpartum contraceptive counselling in Sweden Open
View article: Telemedicine contraceptive counselling through WhatsApp in South African abortion care: a mixed-methods acceptability study
Telemedicine contraceptive counselling through WhatsApp in South African abortion care: a mixed-methods acceptability study Open
This pilot demonstrates high acceptability of PlanUrFam in abortion care and supported informed decision-making and choice of LARC. The effectiveness of PlanUrFam or similar interventions compared to standard care should be explored in ran…
View article: Navigating complex decision in a new setting; perspectives of Arabic-speaking migrant men in Sweden on family planning decision making
Navigating complex decision in a new setting; perspectives of Arabic-speaking migrant men in Sweden on family planning decision making Open
Background Male partners’ involvement in family planning can be crucial for women’s contraceptive choices. Limited research exists on migrant men’s experiences and perceptions of family planning and associated decisions. The study aims to …
View article: Identifying situation awareness training needs in anesthesia residents: a qualitative study
Identifying situation awareness training needs in anesthesia residents: a qualitative study Open
Introduction: Loss of situational awareness (SA) accounts for 82% of incidents due to human error in anesthesia. Despite its importance, SA training has traditionally been informal and inconsistent. Integrating SA into residency training i…
View article: Dietary diversity insufficiently explains differences in prevalence of anaemia in pregnancy across regions in Nigeria: A secondary analysis of Demographic and Health Survey 2018
Dietary diversity insufficiently explains differences in prevalence of anaemia in pregnancy across regions in Nigeria: A secondary analysis of Demographic and Health Survey 2018 Open
The prevalence of anaemia in pregnancy differs across regions worldwide. Previous studies have reported associations between diet and anaemia. Dietary intake may be affected by regional factors like culture, food production and availabilit…
View article: Effects of COVID-19 lockdowns on unintended pregnancies among adolescent girls and young women in low- and middle-income countries: a scoping review
Effects of COVID-19 lockdowns on unintended pregnancies among adolescent girls and young women in low- and middle-income countries: a scoping review Open
Background The response to the COVID-19 pandemic involved various lockdown measures, including school closures, which significantly impacted young populations, particularly in low-and middle-income countries (LMICs). Given the well-known p…
View article: Online health survey research during COVID-19
Online health survey research during COVID-19 Open
View article: Sexual health and COVID-19: protocol for a scoping review
Sexual health and COVID-19: protocol for a scoping review Open
View article: Is an improvement in anaemia and iron levels associated with the risk of early postpartum depression? A cohort study from Lagos, Nigeria
Is an improvement in anaemia and iron levels associated with the risk of early postpartum depression? A cohort study from Lagos, Nigeria Open
Background Anaemia and depression are common conditions which affect pregnant and postpartum women. Evidence points to associations between anaemia and iron deficiency during pregnancy, and mental health disorders like depression. However,…
View article: Reproductive agency and the acceptability of divorce, abortion, and homosexuality among migrants from the Middle East and Africa living in Sweden–a cross-sectional analysis
Reproductive agency and the acceptability of divorce, abortion, and homosexuality among migrants from the Middle East and Africa living in Sweden–a cross-sectional analysis Open
Background Sweden has a longstanding history of promoting sexual reproductive health and rights. Reproductive decision-making is a fundamental right, but an individual’s decision-making power differs across contexts. We examined self-repor…
View article: Screening and treatment practices for iron deficiency in anaemic pregnant women: A cross-sectional survey of healthcare workers in Nigeria
Screening and treatment practices for iron deficiency in anaemic pregnant women: A cross-sectional survey of healthcare workers in Nigeria Open
Background Iron deficiency anaemia in pregnancy is a significant contributor to maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality globally. Despite international and national guidelines for its screening and treatment, knowledge and prescript…
View article: Co-designing postpartum contraceptive services with and for immigrant women in Sweden: lessons learned from the IMPROVE-it project
Co-designing postpartum contraceptive services with and for immigrant women in Sweden: lessons learned from the IMPROVE-it project Open
View article: Can health communication improve newly settled refugees’ health literacy? A quasi-experimental study
Can health communication improve newly settled refugees’ health literacy? A quasi-experimental study Open
Structural and contextual factors such as limited work opportunities, inadequate housing options and discrimination negatively affect the health and well-being of newly settled refugee migrants in European countries. In Sweden, health prom…
View article: Contraceptive access and use among women with migratory experience living in high-income countries: a scoping review
Contraceptive access and use among women with migratory experience living in high-income countries: a scoping review Open
Background Women who have migrated often encounter difficulties in accessing healthcare and experience inequitable sexual and reproductive health outcomes in destination countries. These health inequities include contraceptive access and u…
View article: Intravenous versus oral iron for anaemia among pregnant women in Nigeria (IVON): an open-label, randomised controlled trial
Intravenous versus oral iron for anaemia among pregnant women in Nigeria (IVON): an open-label, randomised controlled trial Open
View article: Climate change and sexual and reproductive health and rights research in low-income and middle-income countries: a scoping review
Climate change and sexual and reproductive health and rights research in low-income and middle-income countries: a scoping review Open
Introduction This study aimed to provide an overview of the research landscape and to identify research gaps linking climate change events and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) in low-income and middle-income countries (LMIC…
View article: Support for sexual and reproductive health and rights in Sub-Saharan Africa: a new index based on World Values Survey data
Support for sexual and reproductive health and rights in Sub-Saharan Africa: a new index based on World Values Survey data Open
View article: Two decades of research capacity strengthening and reciprocal learning on sexual and reproductive health in East Africa – a point of (no) return
Two decades of research capacity strengthening and reciprocal learning on sexual and reproductive health in East Africa – a point of (no) return Open
As the world is facing challenges such as pandemics, climate change, conflicts, and changing political landscapes, the need to secure access to safe and high-quality abortion care is more urgent than ever. On 27th of June 2023, the Swedish…
View article: Key considerations for research into how climate change affects sexual and reproductive health and rights
Key considerations for research into how climate change affects sexual and reproductive health and rights Open
Climate change poses urgent threats to health, disproportionately to populations living in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs).1Rocque RJ Beaudoin C Ndjaboue R et al.Health effects of climate change: an overview of systematic re…
View article: Design, Methods, and Participation in Riksmaten Young Children—A Swedish National Dietary Survey
Design, Methods, and Participation in Riksmaten Young Children—A Swedish National Dietary Survey Open
View article: Implementing digital sexual and reproductive health care services in youth clinics: a qualitative study on perceived barriers and facilitators among midwives in Stockholm, Sweden
Implementing digital sexual and reproductive health care services in youth clinics: a qualitative study on perceived barriers and facilitators among midwives in Stockholm, Sweden Open
Background Digital health care services have the potential to improve access to sexual and reproductive health care for youth but require substantial implementation efforts to translate into individual and public health gains. Health care …
View article: Can extended health communication improve newly settled refugees’ health literacy? A quasi-experimental study from Sweden
Can extended health communication improve newly settled refugees’ health literacy? A quasi-experimental study from Sweden Open
Structural and contextual factors such as limited work and housing opportunities negatively affect the health and well-being of newly settled refugee migrants in receiving high-income countries. Health promotion initiatives aiming at stren…
View article: Reproductive agency and the value of reproductive choice among migrants from the Middle East and North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa living in Sweden–a cross-sectional analysis of the Migrants World Values Survey
Reproductive agency and the value of reproductive choice among migrants from the Middle East and North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa living in Sweden–a cross-sectional analysis of the Migrants World Values Survey Open
Background Sweden has a longstanding history of promoting sexual reproductive health and rights. Reproductive decision-making is a fundamental right, but an individual’s decision-making power differs across contexts. We examined self-repor…
View article: Prevalence of and risk factors for iron deficiency among pregnant women with moderate or severe anaemia in Nigeria: a cross-sectional study
Prevalence of and risk factors for iron deficiency among pregnant women with moderate or severe anaemia in Nigeria: a cross-sectional study Open
View article: Effects of COVID-19 measures on access to HIV/STI testing and condoms among adults in Sweden: a cross-sectional online survey
Effects of COVID-19 measures on access to HIV/STI testing and condoms among adults in Sweden: a cross-sectional online survey Open
Aims: To investigate the self-reported impact of COVID-19 measures on access to testing for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and condoms and factors associated with reduced access among adults in Sweden. Methods: Cross-…
View article: Prevalence and predictors of use of long-term and short-acting reversible contraceptives among women of reproductive age in Wakiso and Hoima districts, Uganda: A cross-sectional study
Prevalence and predictors of use of long-term and short-acting reversible contraceptives among women of reproductive age in Wakiso and Hoima districts, Uganda: A cross-sectional study Open
Modern contraceptive use has increased globally, but unmet needs persist in low- and middle-income countries. This study in Uganda aimed to examine the prevalence and factors influencing the use of short-acting reversible contraceptives (S…
View article: Adherence to Modern Contraceptives Among Female Refugee Adolescents in Northern Uganda: A Prospective Single Cohort Study
Adherence to Modern Contraceptives Among Female Refugee Adolescents in Northern Uganda: A Prospective Single Cohort Study Open
Adherence to modern contraceptives was low, leaving adolescents at risk of unintended pregnancies. Participants using LARC were more likely to adhere than those using SARC. Interventions addressing fear of side effects and partner prohibit…
View article: Associations between the COVID-19 pandemic and women’s fertility intentions: a multi-country, cross-sectional (I-SHARE) study
Associations between the COVID-19 pandemic and women’s fertility intentions: a multi-country, cross-sectional (I-SHARE) study Open
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic, together with the subsequent social distancing measures, could lead to shifts in family and fertility planning. This study aimed to explore the associations between the COVID-19 pandemic and changes in f…
View article: “Who is Anders Tegnell?” Unanswered questions hamper COVID-19 vaccine uptake: A qualitative study among ethnic minorities in Sweden
“Who is Anders Tegnell?” Unanswered questions hamper COVID-19 vaccine uptake: A qualitative study among ethnic minorities in Sweden Open
Ethnic minorities in Sweden are willing to get vaccinated against COVID-19. However, to increase vaccination uptake, access to individually tailored and face to face health information to answer questions about vaccine safety, efficacy, co…
View article: Associations between the COVID-19 pandemic and women’s fertility intentions: a multi-country, cross-sectional (I-SHARE) study
Associations between the COVID-19 pandemic and women’s fertility intentions: a multi-country, cross-sectional (I-SHARE) study Open
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic, together with the subsequent social distancing measures, could lead to shifts in family and fertility planning. This study aimed to explore the associations between the COVID-19 pandemic and changes in f…