Search for dissertations about: "Maternal and Child Health Health Policy Research"
Found 5 swedish dissertations containing the words Maternal and Child Health Health Policy Research.
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1. Epidemiological studies of sociodemographic factors, early life factors, health, and medical care consumption among small children
Abstract : By international standards, children in Sweden experience good health. Sweden has low infant mortality rates, low accident mortality rates, a high number of breastfed children and a high proportion of vaccinated children. READ MORE
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2. Dying to make a fresh start : mortality and health transition in a new South Africa
Abstract : Rationale: Vital registration is lacking in developing settings where health and development problems are most pressing. Policy-makers confront an “information paradox”: the critical need for information on which to base priorities and monitor progress, and the profound shortage of such information. READ MORE
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3. An Unequal Chance to Parent : Examples on Support Fathers Receive from the Swedish Child Health Field
Abstract : Father involvement benefits children, mothers, and themselves in a number of ways. Swedish legislation and Swedish society have promoted father involvement. At the same time, the Swedish child health field has also unequivocally states that both parents should feel welcomed and supported within that sphere. READ MORE
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4. Obstructed labour and Birth preparedness: Community studies from Uganda
Abstract : Labour is said to be obstructed when the presenting part fails to descend through the birth canal despite strong uterine contractions. The condition is mostly prevalent in low-income countries where the main causes are cephalopelvic disproportion and malpresentation. READ MORE
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5. Making it happen : prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV in rural Malawi
Abstract : The devastating consequences of HIV/AIDS have caused untold harm and human suffering globally. Over 33 million people worldwide are estimated to be living with HIV and AIDS and a majority of these are in sub-Saharan Africa. Women and children are more infected particularly in sub-Saharan countries. READ MORE