{"title":"Title, Table of Contents and Acknowledgements.","authors":"","doi":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2246341","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2246341","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":37074,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters","volume":"31 2","pages":"2246341"},"PeriodicalIF":6.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10776040/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138048105","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Claudia A Lopes, Arthur Saitabau, Niharika Rustagi, Rajat Khosla
{"title":"A digital health governance agenda for sexual and reproductive health and rights.","authors":"Claudia A Lopes, Arthur Saitabau, Niharika Rustagi, Rajat Khosla","doi":"10.1080/26410397.2024.2372865","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26410397.2024.2372865","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":37074,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters","volume":"31 4","pages":"2372865"},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11262219/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141724576","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Priya Nanda, Nina Sun, Emma Pitchforth, Eszter Kismödi
{"title":"Digital justice and rights: bridging the fault lines in digital technology and SRHR.","authors":"Priya Nanda, Nina Sun, Emma Pitchforth, Eszter Kismödi","doi":"10.1080/26410397.2025.2555645","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26410397.2025.2555645","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":37074,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters","volume":" ","pages":"2555645"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12517404/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145001572","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Monica Patricia Malata, Effie Kondwani Chipeta, Patani Mhango, Rose Kamanga, Deus Lupenga
{"title":"Comprehensive sexuality education for out-of-school young people living with HIV and young people with disabilities: findings from a formative research study in Malawi.","authors":"Monica Patricia Malata, Effie Kondwani Chipeta, Patani Mhango, Rose Kamanga, Deus Lupenga","doi":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2226345","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2226345","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This formative study was undertaken between June 2020 and April 2021 to provide evidence to inform the design and delivery of comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) in Malawi for young people living with HIV (YPLHIV) and young people with disabilities (YPWD). The study included a desk review of the situation of these two groups and a mapping of CSE programmes and delivery approaches in Malawi. The study findings show that YPWD and YPLHIV in Malawi are marginalised groups, face stigma and discrimination, and are more vulnerable to abuse, warranting CSE that addresses their needs. Yet, they are often left out of sexuality education such as school-based programmes (due to early school drop-outs) and out-of-school programmes, as well as traditional modes. Furthermore, in instances where they have access to sexuality education, there is little evidence to suggest that the sexuality education that they receive is designed to address their needs, thus raising questions about its relevance. There is need for tailored CSE that addresses the needs of these groups and that is delivered using an approach that is easily accessible to them.</p>","PeriodicalId":37074,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters","volume":"31 2","pages":"2226345"},"PeriodicalIF":6.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10364560/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9872321","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Neetu A John, Paul Bukuluki, Sara E Casey, Dhruvi B Chauhan, Moriam O Jagun, Nicoletta Mabhena, Mary Mwangi, Terry McGovern
{"title":"Government responses to COVID-19 and impact on GBV services and programmes: comparative analysis of the situation in South Africa, Kenya, Uganda, and Nigeria.","authors":"Neetu A John, Paul Bukuluki, Sara E Casey, Dhruvi B Chauhan, Moriam O Jagun, Nicoletta Mabhena, Mary Mwangi, Terry McGovern","doi":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2168399","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2168399","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>As governments impose restrictive policies to contain infectious disease outbreaks, pre-existing gender-based inequalities are often exacerbated, increasing the risk of gender-based violence (GBV). Despite international guidance on the need for continued provision of GBV services during emergencies, governments often de-prioritise GBV services and programmes. We conducted a rapid assessment in South Africa, Kenya, Uganda, and Nigeria to examine the impact of COVID-19 policies on the availability of GBV prevention and response services. The study team interviewed 80 stakeholders representing different GBV services in the four countries. The interviews revealed strikingly similar government mis-steps that disrupted the availability of comprehensive GBV services. In all four countries, the government's failure to exempt the provision of multi-sectoral GBV services from initial lockdown restrictions led to confusion and disrupted the provision of critical GBV services such as clinical management of rape, legal and judicial services, psychosocial services, availability of shelters, and community-based prevention activities. The government's imposition of curfews, stay-at-home orders, and transportation restrictions further diminished access to services. Governments must strengthen currently available GBV prevention and response services and be better prepared for future pandemics. Following international guidelines, governments should deem GBV services as essential from the beginning with clear implementation plans. Governments must invest in community-based solutions and the expansion of digital tools to ensure everyone, especially those likely to be structurally excluded, have access to critical services during an emergency.</p>","PeriodicalId":37074,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters","volume":"31 1","pages":"2168399"},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9979981/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9077711","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ilya Zhukov, Danielle Engel, Satvika Chalasani, Bente Faugli, Petar Mladenov
{"title":"Comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) programming adaptations in response to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.","authors":"Ilya Zhukov, Danielle Engel, Satvika Chalasani, Bente Faugli, Petar Mladenov","doi":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2199530","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2199530","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":37074,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters","volume":"31 2","pages":"2199530"},"PeriodicalIF":6.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pub/pmc/oa_pdf/46/ad/ZRHM_31_2199530.PMC10132217.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9409765","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mercy Kadzo Mwadhi, Martin Bangha, Shelmith Wanjiru, Michelle Mbuthia, Grace Kimemia, Kenneth Juma, Jane Shirima, Shilla Unda, Anne Achieng, Jonna Both, Ramatou Ouedraogo
{"title":"Why do most young women not take up contraceptives after post-abortion care? An ethnographic study on the effectiveness and quality of contraceptive counselling after PAC in Kilifi County, Kenya.","authors":"Mercy Kadzo Mwadhi, Martin Bangha, Shelmith Wanjiru, Michelle Mbuthia, Grace Kimemia, Kenneth Juma, Jane Shirima, Shilla Unda, Anne Achieng, Jonna Both, Ramatou Ouedraogo","doi":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2264688","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2264688","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Post-abortion care (PAC) counselling and the provision of contraceptive methods are core components of PAC services. Nevertheless, this service is not uniformly provided to PAC patients. This paper explores the factors contributing to young women leaving health facilities without counselling and contraceptive methods. The paper draws from an ethnographic study conducted in Kilifi County, Kenya, in 2021. We conducted participant observation in health facilities and neighbouring communities, and held in-depth interviews with 21 young women aged 15-24 who received PAC. In addition, we interviewed 11 healthcare providers recruited from the public and private health facilities observed. Findings revealed that post-abortion contraceptive counselling and methods were not always offered to patients as part of PAC as prescribed in the PAC guidelines. When PAC contraceptive counselling was offered, certain barriers affected uptake of the methods, including inadequate information, coercion by providers and partners, and fears of side effects. Together, these factors contributed to repeat unintended pregnancies and repeat abortions. The absence of quality contraceptive counselling therefore infringes on the right to health of girls and young women. Findings underscore the need to strengthen the capacities of health providers on PAC contraceptive counselling and address their attitudes towards young female PAC patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":37074,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters","volume":"31 1","pages":"2264688"},"PeriodicalIF":6.0,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10653685/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"71486975","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Shifting paradigms through feminist funding.","authors":"Anisha Chugh, Sanjana Gaind","doi":"10.1080/26410397.2024.2344361","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26410397.2024.2344361","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":37074,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters","volume":"31 3","pages":"2344361"},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11288194/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141789299","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Heather Suttor, Kadek Putri Yamayanti, Ni Luh Eka Purni Astiti, Tungga Dewi, Richard D Chenhall, Ansariadi Ansariadi, Julie Hennegan
{"title":"Seeking and encountering online information for menstrual health: a qualitative study among adolescent schoolgirls in Gianyar Regency and Denpasar City, Bali, Indonesia.","authors":"Heather Suttor, Kadek Putri Yamayanti, Ni Luh Eka Purni Astiti, Tungga Dewi, Richard D Chenhall, Ansariadi Ansariadi, Julie Hennegan","doi":"10.1080/26410397.2024.2445936","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26410397.2024.2445936","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Plain language summary: </strong>Good quality information helps adolescents with their menstrual health. It supports them in realising their human rights. Many adolescents find information on menstrual health online through websites, social media, or health apps. Online information is increasingly important. But we know little about how adolescents access and use it for menstrual health. We conducted a qualitative study in junior high schools in two districts of Bali, Indonesia. 24 school girls aged 13-15 took part. We wanted to understand how they accessed online information and what they learnt from this about menstruation. We carried out five group discussions in each of four junior high schools. We also did five in-depth interviews, a solicited diary activity and participant observation. Our study confirmed that online sources were important for menstrual health information. Participants shared that they looked for menstrual health information through search engines. They also came across it via social media, especially the video platform TikTok. Many participants saw online information as positive. They felt it offered personalised, private, entertaining and convenient information. But there were also risks. Excessive information caused them to worry and misinformation reinforced menstrual myths. Our findings highlight the need for menstrual health programming and policy to take into account the role of online information. It would also commit to understanding the lived experiences of adolescents. Critical health and digital literacy could be part of puberty and health education. This would be very helpful in countries like Indonesia with growing digital engagement.</p><p><strong>Pernyataan bahasa sederhana: </strong>Informasi berkualitas memberikan remaja akses terhadap kesehatan menstruasi sekaligus mendukung kesadaran mereka akan hak asasi manusia. Mayoritas remaja mengakses informasi kesehatan menstruasi secara daring melalui situs web, media sosial, atau aplikasi kesehatan. Meskipun informasi daring semakin relevan, pemahaman kita tentang bagaimana remaja mengakses dan menggunakan informasi daring untuk kesehatan menstruasi sangat jauh dari kata cukup. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan kajian kualitatif pada 24 remaja putri berusia 13-15 tahun di sekolah menengah pertama di dua kabupaten di Bali, Indonesia (Kabupaten Gianyar dan Kota Denpasar). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memahami bagaimana remaja mengakses informasi daring dan apa yang mereka pahami dari informasi tersebut terkait menstruasi. Sebanyak lima kegiatan diskusi kelompok dilakukan di setiap empat sekolah menengah pertama. Selanjutnya, dilakukan lima wawancara mendalam, aktivitas buku harian singkat, dan observasi partisipan. Hasil dari penelitian ini menegaskan bahwa sumber daring berperan penting untuk informasi kesehatan menstruasi. Partisipan menyatakan bahwa mereka secara aktif mencari informasi kesehatan menstruasi melalui mesin pencari (Google) dan/atau men","PeriodicalId":37074,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters","volume":" ","pages":"2445936"},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11792152/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142956417","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Joe Strong, Ernestina Coast, Emily Freeman, Ann M Moore, Alison H Norris, Onikepe Owolabi, Corinne H Rocca
{"title":"Pregnancy recognition trajectories: a needed framework.","authors":"Joe Strong, Ernestina Coast, Emily Freeman, Ann M Moore, Alison H Norris, Onikepe Owolabi, Corinne H Rocca","doi":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2167552","DOIUrl":"10.1080/26410397.2023.2167552","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":37074,"journal":{"name":"Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters","volume":"31 1","pages":"2167552"},"PeriodicalIF":3.3,"publicationDate":"2023-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9444492","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}