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Prevalence and factors associated with covert contraceptive use in Kenya: a cross-sectional study.

Catherine AkothJames Odhiambo OgutaThomas Wiswa John
Published in: BMC public health (2021)
About one in 10 married women in Kenya use contraceptives covertly, with injectables and implants being the preferred methods. Our study highlights a gap in partner involvement in FP and calls for efforts to strengthen their involvement to increase contraceptive use in Kenya while acknowledging women's right to make independent choices.
Keyphrases
  • polycystic ovary syndrome
  • risk factors
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • cervical cancer screening
  • physical activity
  • breast cancer risk
  • men who have sex with men
  • intimate partner violence