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Prevalence and inequalities of missed opportunities for intermittent preventive therapy (IPTp) of malaria among pregnant women: an analysis of 2018 Nigeria DHS

2026Open accessUniversity of Ibadan

Abstract

The high prevalence and socioeconomic inequality favoring the wealthy and educated of missed opportunities for IPTp-SP among pregnant women in Nigeria, suggesting a significant deficiency in IPTp-SP delivery during ANC, and deserve urgent attention from policymakers. Deliberate policy approaches and programmatic actions targeting the poor and less educated pregnant women may address the observed disparities. Further studies are required to understand the influence of demand and supply-side factors on the prevalence and inequalities of missed opportunities for IPTp-SP among pregnant women in Nigeria.

Research topics

  • Malaria Research and Control
  • Global Maternal and Child Health
  • Diverse Scientific Research Studies

Sustainable Development Goals

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DOI: 10.1186/s12936-026-05840-0

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