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Access to Obstetric Emergency Care in Pru District, Brong Ahafo Region, Ghana: Challenges and Interventions

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  • Cecilia Brown

    (Faculty of Education, Catholic University of Ghana, Fiapre)

  • Richmond Kakra Addae

    (Faculty of Education, Catholic University of Ghana, Fiapre)

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This study targeted the issue of an obstetric emergency care access facility in the Pru District of the Brong Ahafo Region of Ghana. Maternal mortality continues to be a burning issue in public health, with numerous women being unable to access timely and effective emergency obstetric care. This study employed a mixed-method approach to collect data from 250 respondents, including 150 pregnant women, 50 healthcare providers, and 50 community members. SPSS analysis revealed that transportation means were a barrier for 72% of women, while 65% cited financial constraints as a significant barrier. Logistic regression analysis indicated that females living more than 10 km from a health center were 3.2 times more likely to witness complications during delivery (OR = 3.2, 95% CI: 2.1-4.5, p

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  • Cecilia Brown & Richmond Kakra Addae, 2025. "Access to Obstetric Emergency Care in Pru District, Brong Ahafo Region, Ghana: Challenges and Interventions," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(5), pages 223-233, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-5:p:223-233
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