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1 March 2017
2017

Gender Inequalities in Remote Settings: Analysis of 105,025 Medical Records of a Rural Hospital in Ethiopia (2005–2015)

2017-03-01T11:16:21+01:001 March 2017|

Accorsi S., Somigliana E., Farese P., Ademe T., Desta Y., Putoto G., Manenti F.
Journal of Community Health, 2017 March

This retrospective study conducted in a nonprofit hospital in Ethiopia clearly shows that gender inequality persists in sub-Saharan Africa. The study collected data on 105,025 patients who used the services of the private hospital, between 2005 and 2015, where the cost of care has been supported externally since 2001. More women (61.9%) than men were [...]

1 February 2017
2017

Minimum obstetric volume in low-income countries

2017-02-01T11:37:23+01:001 February 2017|

Straneo M., Hanson C., Fogliati P., Mbaruku G.M.
Journal of Immuno Virology, 2017 April

In sub-Saharan Africa, primary health care facilities are essential for providing safe childbirth. However, the delivery volume in health facilities must be studied as an indicator of the effectiveness of primary care. Evidence indicates improved neonatal survival and fewer complications in facilities with higher delivery volumes. In Tanzania there is an apparent paradox in an [...]