The COVID-19 Pandemic ’s Impact on Health Service Utilization Among Pregnant Women in Three Nigerian States: A Mixed Methods Study

ConclusionsThe pandemic negatively impacted health service utilization amongst pregnant women in Nigeria. A better understanding of differences in state response could help inform future actions. The findings highlight the need for health systems to consider how to facilitate service utilization during a pandemic, such as providing safe transport or increasing outreach, and to minimize stigma for those seeking care.
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - Category: Health Management Source Type: research