Promoting modern family planning among Tanzania's nomadic communities
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Abstract:
Use of modern family planning among nomadic communities in many African countries is still limited. This article discusses a study in Kilindi District of Tanzania that revealed that although many nomadic youth know about modern family planning methods, they do not use them due to various factors, including cultural beliefs, sexual norms, stigma and fear, long distances to health facilities and male dominance in decision making.
Authors:
Ernest, H.
,
Saiteu, G.
,
Maro, G.
Country:
Tanzania, United Republic of
Category:
General
End Page:
11
Serial number:
1
ISSN:
[1871-7551]
Journal:
Exchange on HIV/AIDS, sexuality and gender
Keywords:
gender
,
reproductive health
,
youth
Language:
eng
Organization:
KIT - Royal Tropical Institute
Year:
2011
Region:
East Africa
Right:
© 2011 KIT
Subject:
Health and Nutrition
Start Page:
9
Title:
Promoting modern family planning among Tanzania's nomadic communities