The need for a reproductive health approach
- 1 January 1989
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wiley in International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics
- Vol. 30 (Supplement) , 103-113
- https://doi.org/10.1016/0020-7292(89)90109-4
Abstract
A reproductive health approach recognizes that the foundations of women's health are laid in childhood and adolescence, and are influenced by factors such as nutrition, education, sexual roles and social status, cultural practices, and the socioeconomic environment. Reproductive health care strategies to meet women's multiple needs include education for responsible and healthy sexuality, safe and appropriate contraception, and services for sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy, delivery, and abortion.Keywords
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