Perceived barriers to accessing sexual and reproductive health services among educated young women in Egypt

Mohammed, Mo’men M.; Elgelany, S; Goma, Khaled; Hassan, Heba

doi:10.21608/ebwhj.2020.42332.1106

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“…The proximity to health facilities significantly influences the utilization of SRH services, with women living within a 30-minute distance being four times more likely to use these services. This finding is consistent with studies conducted in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Egypt, which highlighted the impact of proximity on seeking medical attention and access to care [ 35 – 37 ]. Limited access to services due to long distances acts as a barrier to the utilization of sexual and reproductive health services.…”

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Utilization of sexual and reproductive health services among construction worker women in southern Ethiopia

Darebo,

Birhanu,

Alemayehu

et al. 2024

BMC Women's Health

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Background In Ethiopia, the utilization of sexual and reproductive health services (SRH) is alarmingly inadequate, leading to higher rates of maternal and newborn mortality. Disparities in accessing sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services exist among different population groups, with construction worker women at a higher risk of experiencing such issues. We investigated the utilization of sexual and reproductive health services and associated factors among construction worker women in Southern Ethiopia. Method We conducted a cross-sectional study among construction worker women (15–49) in Southern Ethiopia from July 1st to July 30th, 2021. The participants were selected randomly using venue-day-time sampling (VDTS). The data were collected by a pretested structured questionnaire using an open data kit (ODK) and exported to Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25 for analysis. Binary logistic regression analysis was conducted to identify factors associated with sexual and reproductive health service utilization. An adjusted odds ratio with 95% CI was used and statistical significance was declared at p-value < 0.05. Results The study revealed that 54.4% of women of reproductive age had used at least one sexual and reproductive health service in the past year. About 66.7% of women experienced sexual harassment at work, with sex discrimination (86.9%) and sexist hostility (57.9%) being the most common. Aged over 20 years, married women, living with husbands, friends, and boyfriends, within 30 min of health facilities, and having a favorable attitude were significantly associated with SRH service utilization. Conclusion Nearly half of construction workers in southern Ethiopia are not using sexual and reproductive health services, indicating a concerning lack of access to such services. Over two-thirds of women experience sexual harassment in construction site. Therefore, to ensure universal access to SRH services, it is essential to design a new approach including outreach programs specifically tailored to reach such vulnerable groups.

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Utilization of sexual and reproductive health services among construction worker women in southern Ethiopia

Darebo,

Birhanu,

Alemayehu

et al. 2024

BMC Women's Health

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“…Many were reluctant to seek health services, contributing to low access to them, despite the fact that they would like to receive the services to solve these problems. 14,20…”

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“…Several factors in the literature are described as contributing to youths' access to SRH services, namely unprotected sex causing fear of pregnancy and fear of contracting STIs, SRH problems (e.g., late menstruation and abnormal symptoms from sex hormone disorders that need consultation, and receiving contraceptive pills, implants, and condoms). 19,20,21 In contrast, many barriers influence youths' reluctance to seek healthcare, including low SRH information and knowledge, 14,22 and financial limitations. 23,24 The geographic access and distance from service settings are also barriers to youths' receiving the services.…”

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“…23,25,26 Youths also complain about inconvenient service hours overlapping school hours 14,17,23,27 and long waiting times. 17,20,25 Another crucial factor of youths' access to SRH services was service providers' attitudes, especially negative attitudes and perceptions that the youths who received the services were troubled children. 14,20,21,28 Some studies reported that youths themselves were uninterested in accessing information and services, causing them to confront SRH problems.…”

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“…17,20,25 Another crucial factor of youths' access to SRH services was service providers' attitudes, especially negative attitudes and perceptions that the youths who received the services were troubled children. 14,20,21,28 Some studies reported that youths themselves were uninterested in accessing information and services, causing them to confront SRH problems. 14,17,23 Many youths did not want to obtain the services due to fear of their parents knowing 17,24,27,32 and a lack of trust in service confidentiality.…”

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Youths’ Perceptions Regarding Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Services

Aunyapat Wiwatkamonchai,

Jutarat Mesukko,

Pimpaporn Klunklin

et al. 2022

PRIJNR

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Sexual and reproductive health services in Thailand have been provided in accordance with a national policy and strategic plan, but youths’ sexual and reproductive health problems remain relatively high. A significant problem is youths’ low access to appropriate services. This paper reports the first qualitative descriptive phase of participatory action research project, which aimed to develop a model for improving access to sexual and reproductive health services among youths. The study’s purpose was to explore perceptions of youths regarding access to sexual and reproductive health services in northern Thailand. Qualitative data were collected from September 2019 to March 2020 through focus group discussions with 59 youths aged 15-24 years and in-depth interviews with four youths who had experienced an adolescent pregnancy. All participants were purposively recruited and volunteered. The data were recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed using content analysis.Reflecting factors emerged from youths’ needs and contexts toward access to sexual and reproductive health services. Five categories were classified: 1) inaccessibility to existing services, 2) unacceptability of available services, 3) unaware of access to effective information, 4) community’s negative attitude toward youths accessing services, and 5) availability of other convenience services. These findings provide useful information for healthcare providers, particularly nurses and other stakeholders to better understand the perspectives of youths, enhance awareness of collaboration, and promote participation among youths in the development of intervention and strategies to improve access to sexual and reproductive health services.

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Perceived barriers to accessing sexual and reproductive health services among educated young women in Egypt

Cited by 2 publications

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Utilization of sexual and reproductive health services among construction worker women in southern Ethiopia

Utilization of sexual and reproductive health services among construction worker women in southern Ethiopia

Youths’ Perceptions Regarding Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Services

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