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Pooled prevalence and associated factors of teenage pregnancy among women aged 15 to 19 years in sub-Saharan Africa: evidence from 2019 to 2022 demographic and health survey data

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Abstract

In the current study, one out of six young women aged 15 to 19 experienced teenage pregnancy. Therefore, addressing unmet needs for family planning, improving women's educational status, and giving special attention to teenagers with low educational and economic status are recommended.

Research topics

Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
Global Maternal and Child Health
COVID-19 Impact on Reproduction

Sustainable Development Goals

3Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.1186/s40834-024-00289-5

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