Challenges experienced by midwives working in rural communities in the Upper East Region of Ghana: a qualitative study

Challenges experienced by midwives working in rural communities in the Upper East Region of Ghana: a qualitative study

Abstract Background In 2017, a total of 295,000 women lost their lives due to pregnancy and childbirth across the globe, with sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia accounting for approximately 86 % of all maternal deaths. The maternal mortality ratio in Ghana is exceptionally high, with approximately 30...

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Main Authors: Peter Adatara, Philemon Adoliwine Amooba, Agani Afaya, Solomon Mohammed Salia, Mabel Apaanye Avane, Anthony Kuug, Raymond Saa-Eru Maalman, Confidence Alorse Atakro, Irene Torshie Attachie, Constancia Atachie
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-04-01
Series:BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Subjects:
Midwives
Midwifery care
Experiences
Challenges
Ghana
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-021-03762-0

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