Factors associated with unwanted pregnancies among girls aged 15 to 19 years in Kakoba Division in Mbarara District
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2017-07
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Introduction. Unwanted pregnancies are associated with increased risk of morbidity and mortality of women and happen in all ages though some groups such as teens are at a higher risk.
About 80 million unwanted pregnancies are estimated to occur annually worldwide. In developing countries one third of all pregnancies are considered un intended and about 19%end in abortion.
Factors associated with unwanted pregnancies include age, social economic status, level of education, number of sexual partners.
Significance of the study. The aim of this study is to assess the factors associated with unwanted pregnancies among girls aged 15-19 years in Kakoba division Mbarara district.
Study design. A descriptive cross sectional study design was employed in this study and a structured questionnaire was used to gather information from the target population. The questionnaires were administered by a principal investigator and trained research assistants.
Discussion. Majority of participants were in the age 19(43%), only single37 (59%) attained the primary level. Many of the participants also had no good advice from the community members concerning; these are parents, 40(63%), religious leaders 44 (70%) and health workers 38 (63%).
Also majority of the participants reported to have used at least a method of contraception though failed. Condom use 8(13%), withdrawal 49(78%), emergency contraceptive immediately after unprotected sex 3(4%).
Conclusion. Unwanted pregnancies are also due to influence from community and environmental factors.
Recommendation is made to the stake holders such as government, schools, health centers, religious leaders heath educate girls about the dangers of unwanted pregnancies.
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A research report submitted to School Of Allied Health Sciences in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community Health at Kampala International University Western Campus
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Unwanted pregnancies, Girls aged 15 to 19 years, Kakoba Division, Mbarara District