Maternal and Newborn Health: Dynamics of Seeking Health Care Within Mumbai Slums
Published By: Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) | Published Date: December, 01 , 2010Based on the evidence generated from a community-based maternity surveillance system, the note examines the prevalence of home births as well as the factors influencing the choice of home delivery, care practices and costs. It also identifies the characteristics of women, households and the environment which increase the likelihood of home births. This exploration led to some interesting findings that are highlighted in this policy note.
Author(s): Neena Shah More, Sushmita Das, Ujwala Bapat, Latika Chordekar, Glyn Alcock, Wasundhara Joshi, David Osrin | Posted on: Jan 28, 2016 | Views() | Download (168)