Estimating the impact of birth interval on under-five mortality in east african countries: a propensity score matching analysis

• Main Authors: Getayeneh Antehunegn Tesema (Author), Misganaw Gebrie Worku (Author), Tesfa Sewunet Alamneh (Author), Achamyeleh Birhanu Teshale (Author), Yigizie Yeshaw (Author), Adugnaw Zeleke Alem (Author), Hiwotie Getaneh Ayalew (Author), Alemneh Mekuriaw Liyew (Author), Zemenu Tadesse Tessema (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Under-five mortality remains a global public health concern, particularly in East African countries. Short birth interval is highly associated with under-five mortality, and birth spacing has a significant effect on a child's likelihood of survival. The association between s...