Predictors of Unsafe Induced Abortion among Women in Ghana.
Michael BoahStephen BordotsiahSaadogrmeh KuurdongPublished in: Journal of pregnancy (2019)
Induced abortion is a universal practice among women. However, unsafe abortion rate in Ghana is high and remains an issue of public health concern. We recommend that contraceptives and safe abortion services should be made available and easily accessible to women who need these services to reduce unwanted pregnancies and unsafe abortion rates, respectively, in the context of women's health. Also, awareness has to be intensified on abortion legislation in Ghana to reduce the stigma associated with abortion care seeking.
Keyphrases
- healthcare
- public health
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- mental health
- pregnancy outcomes
- primary care
- cervical cancer screening
- high glucose
- diabetic rats
- breast cancer risk
- insulin resistance
- oxidative stress
- social support
- drug induced
- depressive symptoms
- endothelial cells
- health information
- social media
- health promotion