Building Awareness of the Link Between Fistula and Gender-Based Violence

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By: Lindsay Mallick, Data Analyst, The DHS Program

In light of International Day to End Fistula on May 23, it is imperative to work towards minimizing occurrence of fistula by building awareness around conditions that contribute to and result from this morbidity. A study examining the relationship between fistula and violence conducted by the DHS program shows yet another disheartening correlation between gender-based violence and poor health outcomes for women. It provides even more impetus for training and sensitivity for women’s health care providers in this area…read more

What’s Next for Clean Birth Kits? A Call for Impact Data and Discussion

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By: Colleen Lyon, Vice President of Public Relations and Communication, ayzh

Each year, around 1 million newborns and mothers die from childbirth-related infections, and this burden is highest in low-resource settings. Clean birth kits provide simple tools needed for a hygienic birth, but more research is needed on how these kits are used and their effect on women and providers……read more