This study investigated the financial structure and sustainability of PMTCT programs in Benue State by comparing the extent and impact of donor and domestic funding sources from 2015 to 2021, and exploring stakeholder perspectives on long-term viability. Fieldwork was conducted f...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1175
Background: Ectopic pregnancy remains a significant cause of maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where delayed diagnosis and limited access to advanced diagnostic tools are common. The clinical importance of ectopic pregnan...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1172
Aims: The main objective of this study was to evaluate the prevalence and predictors of anaemia in pregnant women attending antenatal clinics at selected hospitals in Mogadishu, Somalia. Specifically, the study aimed to determine the prevalence of anaemia and identify sociodemogr...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1173
Onazi So, Onadiran Ma, Hano Ij, Ochai Je, Mohammed Ba, Jiya Nm, Musa Y, Coker Lk, Mikailu Aj, Okwunjo R, Ihejika Rc & Lawal A·Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth·2025
Background: The method of umbilical cord stump care practices varies from one community to another, region to region based on culture and tradition in developing countries. The cord care practice if not appropriate can result in newborn neonatal tetanus, morbidity, mortality and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1174
This systematic review synthesised evidence since 2017 on birth preparedness and complication readiness in Ghanaian hospitals, with emphasis on organisational strategies that shape counselling, planning, referral and blood readiness. Searches of major databases and Ghana reposito...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1171
Rachael Nyarko, Francis Kwabena Larle, Mary Patience Dwomoh, Moses P.T Ofoe, Selma Ofori, Vivian Annan, Esther Munufie, Sabina Eduku, Atrime Rashida, Mavis Amponsah, Stephanie Gyamfi, Balanjima Ibrahim, Juliet Abu, Kyei Leticia, Adu Boahemaa Otchere & Ali Mavis·Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth·2025
Introduction: Child malnutrition remains a major public health concern in sub-Saharan Africa, disproportionately affecting Northern Ghana. Maternal knowledge and feeding practices are central determinants of child nutritional outcomes, yet little is known about their role in the...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1169
Foetal growth is primarily determined by its genetically programmed growth potential and is influenced by maternal, foetal, and placental health. In intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), the foetus fails to achieve its genetically predetermined growth potential, with the estima...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1170
Eman Awad Alkarim Ahmed Al Kedir, Fatima Yasir Abdalrahman Mozmel, Mona El Hussain El Badri Hassan, Swlara Alsmani Mohammed Basher, Yassin Hamza Yassin Arabi, Muslih Haroun Elhussien Gamea & Elnour Blkamin Coortkila Dldoom·Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth·2025
Pregnancy is a normal physiological state but requires proper prenatal care to ensure positive health outcomes for both the mother and the fetus. It is a natural physiological condition that leads to significant changes in a woman's body, which become more pronounced as pregnancy...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1168
Francis K. Larle, Diana Akubori, Vivian Annan, Rashida Atrime, Mary P. Dwomoh, Mavis Amponsah, Regina Amponsah, Ali Mavis, Esther Munufie, Mohammed A. Kojo, Sabina Eduku, Stephanie Gyamfi, Juliet Abu & Adu Boahemaa Otchere·Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth·2025
Background: Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) remains a leading cause of maternal mortality globally and in Ghana. Active Management of the Third Stage of Labour (AMTSL) is a proven intervention for preventing PPH, yet its consistent implementation in clinical practice remains a chall...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1166
Background: Breast milk contains anti-inflammatory and anti-infective substances such as IgA antibodies, B lymphocytes, prostaglandins, lysozyme, and interferon, which protect the infant’s digestive tract against infections and strengthen the infant’s immune system. Objective: Th...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1167
Background: Unsafe abortion remains a significant contributor to maternal mortality, particularly in low- and middle-income countries like Nigeria, where access to safe reproductive health services is often limited. Despite global efforts to reduce abortion-related deaths, the bu...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1165
Historically, there has been a significant lack of attention given to the provision of reproductive health care for young individuals, resulting in their heightened susceptibility to various reproductive health issues such as Sexual Transmitted Infection (STI), unwanted pregnancy...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1164
Sheidu, Mohammed Jamiu, Pennap, Grace Rendip Ishaku, David Ishaleku, Umahi, Emmanuel Onyekachi, Ibrahim Ismaila, Ozegya, Usman Danlami, Zeenat, Oyiza Muhammed & Khairat, Asabe Muhammed·Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth·2025
Background: Rubella virus infection is a global health challenge that is vaccine preventable. It is one of the leading infections implicated in congenital defects especially in low-income communities with poor health infrastructure. This study assessed the prevalence of rubella v...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1163
Background: Home deliveries remain a major contributor to maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality in Ghana, particularly in rural areas. Understanding the socio-cultural, economic, and systemic barriers to skilled birth attendance is critical for effective maternal health i...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1162
Maternal death audits are a key quality improvement strategy for reduction and prevention of maternal deaths. Every maternal death has to be audited according to the World Health Organisation. Many countries have adopted auditing every maternal death policy. Despite these audits,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2025/v8i1161