Cultural considerations and beliefs surrounding preterm birth in Kenya and South Africa

• Main Authors: Cecilia Milford (Author), Emma Smith (Author), Kenneth Ngure (Author), Nicholas B. Thuo (Author), Sara Newmann (Author), Nalinie Lazarus (Author), Mags Beksinska (Author), Nelly Mugo (Author), Larry Rand (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2023-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Preterm birth (PTB) is a global health epidemic, sub-Saharan Africa is severely impacted due to its limited healthcare resources. Pregnancy knowledge, cultural beliefs and practices play a role in the identification of risk and management of PTB. This study explored knowledge, un...