The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the contraceptive use and fertility preferences and behaviors of married women in Turkey

ConclusionsCompared to the pre-pandemic period, there was a decrease in the rate of unintended pregnancy and elective abortion in women. There was no significant change in the rates of using modern contraceptives during the pandemic. During the pandemic, the use of coitus interruptus, one of the traditional methods, increased significantly, while the rate of having children decreased.Clinical evidenceFamily health centers should evaluate what women of reproductive age need and plan strategic interventions to meet their unmet needs so that they can easily access family planning services during circumstances such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Source: Journal of Public Health - Category: Health Management Source Type: research