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Effect of partner support on antenatal care visits among married adolescents in rural northwestern Uganda: A quasi-experimental study

Abstract

The study showed that partner support was associated with improvements in ANC visit frequency and attendance of four or more ANC visits, among married adolescents in northwestern Uganda. Interventions aimed at improving ANC utilization should consider engaging and educating partners, as their support positively influences ANC utilization.

Research topics

  • Global Maternal and Child Health
  • Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
  • Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum

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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0346040

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