Prioritization of maternal and newborn health policies and their implementation in the eastern conflict affected areas of the Democratic Republic of Congo: a political economy analysis.
Rosine Bigirinama NshoboleMamothena Carol MothupiPacifique Lyabayungu Mwene-BatuNaoko KozukiChristian Zalinga ChiribagulaChristine Murhim'alika ChimanukaGaylord Amani NgaboyekaGhislain Balaluka BisimwaPublished in: Health research policy and systems (2024)
MNH is a high priority in DRC, yet implementation faces hurdles due to financial constraints, political influences, conflicts and gender disparities. Addressing these challenges requires tailored community-based strategies, political engagement, support for health personnel and empowerment of women in crisis areas for better MNH outcomes.
Keyphrases
- public health
- healthcare
- mental health
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- health information
- pregnancy outcomes
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- birth weight
- smoking cessation
- skeletal muscle
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- affordable care act
- physical activity
- climate change
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