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Determinants of Adolescent Pregnancy in the Municipality of Malanje, Angola: A ...
Aragão, Kalonesse; Sacomboio, Euclides; Teixeira, Cristina; Van-Dúnem, Joaquim; Campos, PauloIntroduction: Adolescent pregnancy is a global public health problem, with some of the highest rates observed in Sub-Saharan Africa. This phenomenon contributes to maternal and neonatal mortality and may result in diverse economic and psychological consequences. Knowledge of its determinants can help decision-makers to design local policies of sexual and reproductive health. Therefore, the aim of this study was...
Determinants of adolescent pregnancy in the municipality of Malanje, Angola: a ...
Aragão, Kalonesse; Sacomboio, Euclides; Teixeira, Cristina; Van-Dúnem, Joaquim; Campos, PauloAdolescent pregnancy is a global public health problem, with some of the highest rates observed in Sub-Saharan Africa. This phenomenon contributes to maternal and neonatal mortality and may result in diverse economic and psychological consequences. Knowledge of its determinants can help decision-makers to design local policies of sexual and reproductive health. Therefore, the aim of this study was to analyze th...
Under-Five Mortality and Social Determinants in Africa: a Systematic Review
Avelino, Israel C; Van-Dúnem, Joaquim; Varandas, LuísPurpose: Under-five mortality is a key public health indicator, highly responsive to preventive interventions. While global efforts have made strides in reducing mortality rates in this age group, significant disparities persist, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. This study aimed to systematically review the factors influencing under-five mortality in Africa, focusing on sociodemographic factors and health-re...
Under-Five Mortality and Associated Risk Factors in Children Hospitalized at Da...
Avelino, Israel C; Van-Dúnem, Joaquim; Varandas, LuísReducing under-five mortality is a crucial indicator of overall development in a country. However, in Angola, understanding the factors contributing to hospital deaths in this vulnerable demographic remains incomplete despite improvements in healthcare infrastructure and public health policies. With one of the highest under-five mortality rates in sub-Saharan Africa, Angola faces significant challenges such as ...