Utilization of Reproductive Health Services and Associated Factors among Youths in Mombasa County, Kenya
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Date
2023-08
Authors
Yonge, Shadrack A.
Opiyo, Bob
Kibira, Agnes W.
Sharma, Rekha R.
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IJTDH
Abstract
Background: Reproductive health has become a global concern that is either poorly understood or
not fully appreciated among the youth. Access to reproductive health services is important for
protecting youth from STIs and unwanted pregnancy problems.
Aim: The study sought to establish utilization of reproductive healthcare services and associated
factors among youths in Mombasa County, Kenya.
Study Design: A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out between August 2018 and
January 2019.
Methodology: A self-administered, structured questionnaire was utilized to gather information.
The information gathered was summarized using an SPSS database. The data was analyzed with
SPSS version 22. Logistic regression was done to identify possible factors associated with
reproductive health service utilization. p-value less than 0.05 was considered as a level of
significance.
Results: A total of 384 youth participated in the study, including 200 (62.2% females and 184
(37.8%) males. The media was the main source of information for modern family planning methods
200 (50. 1%). The majority of users 326 (84.9%) sought contraceptives from pharmacies. 213
(55.5%) were utilizing modern contraceptives. HIV/AIDS risk perception was significantly
associated with utilization of reproductive health services [COR=2.34, 95% CI: 2.19-5.34].The
condom was the most used method 134 (34.9%). Having knowledge about reproductive health
services [COR=2.87; 95% CI: 1.92-3.94] was positively associated with the outcome. Male
respondents were three (3) times more likely to use condoms [OR = 2.86, 95% Cl: 1.82-4.91] than
female respondents.
Conclusion: There was low uptake of contraceptive services among the youth who were sexually
active. The condom was the most commonly used contraceptive. Strengthening urban healthcare
systems is key to have equality and improve accessibility of FP services among the teenagers and
young women.
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Keywords
Kenya, reproductive health services, utilization, factors
Citation
Yonge, S. A., Opiyo, B., Kibira, A. W., & Sharma, R. R. (2023). Utilization of Reproductive Health Services and Associated Factors among Youths in Mombasa County, Kenya. International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health, 44(14), 41-50.