Impact of Ebola and COVID-19 on maternal, neonatal, and child health care among populations affected by conflicts: a scoping review exploring demand and supply-side barriers and solutions.
Yasir ShafiqElena RubiniZoha Zahid FazalMuhammad Murtaza BukhariMaheen ZakariaNoor Ul Huda ZeeshanAmeer MuhammadLuca RagazzoniFrancesco Barone-AdesiMartina ValentePublished in: Conflict and health (2024)
Global health emergencies amplify the barriers to accessing MNCH services faced by conflict-affected populations. Cultural, linguistic, and supply-side factors are key challenges affecting various MNCH domains. Community-sensitive initiatives enhancing primary health care (PHC), mobile clinics, or outreach programs, and the integration of MNCH into PHC delivery should be implemented. Efforts should prioritize the well-being and empowerment of vulnerable populations. Addressing these barriers is crucial for achieving universal health coverage and the Sustainable Development Goals.