article · African Journal of Primary Health Care & Family Medicine

Adolescent girls’ and young mothers’ knowledge and use of antenatal care in the Ahafo Region, Ghana: A cross-sectional study

Joseph Tabiri
Vitalis Bawontuo
Gugu Mchunu
Julian David Pillay
Patience Adzordor
Shamsu‐Deen Ziblim
Desmond Kuupiel

20241 citationOpen accessCatholic University College of Ghana

Abstract

Age, marital status, and employment type influenced ANC utilisation in the Ahafo Region. Adolescent mothers under 15 years had lower rates, requiring targeted interventions to improve pregnancy outcomes.Contribution: This study highlights the knowledge and factors influencing ANC use in Ahafo Region and adds to the existing research evidence on ANC.

Research topics

Global Maternal and Child Health
Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare
Demographic Trends and Gender Preferences

Sustainable Development Goals

Gender Equality

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DOI: 10.4102/phcfm.v16i1.4259

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