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Most vaginally inserted methods have limited availability and use despite offering characteristics that align with many women's stated preferences (e.g., nonhormonal and/or on demand). The objective of this review was to identify enablers and barriers to women's adoption and continuation of vaginally inserted contraceptive methods in low-and middle-income countries (LMICs). We searched three databases (PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science) and  websites using keywords related to five vaginally inserted contraceptive methods (diaphragm, vaginal ring, female condom, copper intrauterine device [IUD], hormonal IUD) and terms associated with their adoption and continuation. Searches were limited to resources published between January  and September . Studies eligible for inclusion in our review presented results on women's use and perspectives on the enablers and barriers to adoption and continuation of the vaginally inserted contraceptive methods of interest in LMICs. Relevant studies among women's partners were also included, but not those of providers or other stakeholders. Data were coded, analyzed, and disaggregated according to a framework grounded in family planning (FP) literature and behavioral theories common to FP research and program implementation. Our initial search yielded , results, with  studies ultimately included in the analysis. Across methods, we found common enablers for method adoption, including quality contraceptive counseling as well as alignment between a woman's preferences and a method's duration of use and side effect profile. Common barriers included a lack of familiarity with the methods and product cost. Notably, vaginal insertion was not a major barrier to adoption in the literature reviewed. Vaginally inserted methods of contraception have the potential to fill a gap in method offerings and expand choice. Programmatic actions should address key barriers and enable voluntary use.   Danielle M. Harris et al.are unintended (Sully et al. 2020). As a result of unintended pregnancies, some women and their families experience severe social, economic, and health consequences (Singh, Sedgh, and Hussain 2010). Women cite a number of reasons for not using contraception despite wanting to avoid unintended pregnancy: concerns about side effects and health risks; infrequent sex; opposition to contraception; and breastfeeding and/or delayed menstruation postbirth (Sedgh, Ashford, and Hussain 2016). For some, these reasons for nonuse of contraception may reflect misconceptions, stigma, social norms, or other factors, while for others, these reasons may reflect a lack of access to methods that suit their needs and preferences.Expanded access to a wide range of modern contraceptive methods is well-established as a global health priority, recognizing that diverse options are needed to meet women's varying contraceptive needs and preferences (WHO 2014). Despite efforts to broaden options, only two or three methods account for most contraceptive use in LMICs. The predominant methods...

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Migration is increasingly common in Africa, especially for employment. Migrants may face additional barriers to accessing health care, including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) prevention and treatment, compared with long-term residents. Exploring migrants’ experiences with health services can provide insights to inform the design of health programmes. In this study, we used qualitative methods to understand migrants’ barriers to health service utilization in south-central Uganda. This secondary data analysis used data from in-depth semi-structured interviews with 35 migrants and 25 key informants between 2017 and 2021. Interviews were analysed thematically through team debriefings and memos. We constructed three representative migrant journeys to illustrate barriers to accessing health services, reflecting experiences of migrant personas with differing HIV status and wealth. Migrants reported experiencing a range of barriers, which largely depended on the resources they could access, their existing health needs and their ability to form connections and relationships at their destination. Migrants were less familiar with local health services, and sometimes needed more time and resources to access care. Migrants living with HIV faced additional barriers to accessing health services due to anticipated discrimination from community members or health workers and difficulties in continuing antiretroviral therapy when switching health facilities. Despite these barriers, social networks and local connections facilitated access. However, for some migrants, such as those who were poorer or living with HIV, these barriers were more pronounced. Our work highlights how local connections with community members and health workers help migrants access health services. In practice, reducing barriers to health services is likely to benefit both migrants and long-term residents.