Reproductive health challenges during a flood: A qualitative study

In conclusion, during floods, women encounter numerous challenges in preserving their reproductive health. Recognizing and understanding these challenges can be instrumental in effectively planning measures to prevent or address them during disasters like floods.Implications for the profession and/or patient care impactEvery disaster has unique conditions and challenges. The health requirements of individuals impacted by floods differ from those affected by other natural disasters. By identifying the specific reproductive health needs of women affected by floods, midwives and other healthcare providers can enhance their planning efforts, enabling them to better address and fulfil these needs during such critical situations.Patient or public contributionThirteen women were affected by floods, and seven healthcare providers and officials were interviewed.

Source: Nursing Open - November 30, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Farzaneh Safajou, Fatemeh Nahidi, Fazlollah Ahmadi Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUALITATIVE Source Type: research