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Nov 18, 2024 | reproductive-health-journal.biomedcentral.com | Bright Opoku |Sierra Leone |REMS Consultancy

The study examined the inequalities in modern contraceptive use among women in Sierra Leone between 2008 and 2019. The study found that the prevalence of modern contraceptive use among women in Sierra Leone has increased significantly from 6.7% in 2008 to 20.9% in 2019. Overall, the results show that Sierra Leone has made progress in reducing inequalities in modern contraceptive use among women across various dimensions from 2008 to 2019.

Nov 18, 2024 | link.springer.com | Bright Opoku |Sierra Leone |REMS Consultancy

AbstractDespite the known benefits of modern contraceptives in preventing unwanted pregnancies and reducing unsafe abortions, their use remains low among women of reproductive age in several sub-Saharan African countries, including Sierra Leone. This study investigated the inequalities in modern contraceptive use among women in Sierra Leone based on data from 2008 to 2019. We used data from the Sierra Leone Demographic Health Survey data rounds (2008, 2013, and 2019).

Nov 3, 2024 | link.springer.com | Bright Opoku |Sierra Leone |REMS Consultancy |Alpha Umaru

AbstractIntestinal worm infections are a significant public health concern for pregnant women in low- and middle-income countries. These infections can lead to anaemia, malnutrition, and adverse pregnancy outcomes, including premature birth and low birth weight. Deworming medication during pregnancy is a safe and effective strategy to prevent these complications and improve maternal and child health.