Reducing Inequalities in Contraceptive Use in 48 Countries
Author Information
Author(s): Cardona Carolina, Rusatira Jean Christophe, Salmeron Carolina, Martinez-Baack Michelle, Rimon Jose, Anglewicz Philip, Ahmed Saifuddin
Primary Institution: Johns Hopkins University
Hypothesis
This study aimed to measure progress in reducing socioeconomic inequalities in modern contraceptive prevalence and demand satisfaction in 48 countries from 1990 to 2020.
Conclusion
The study found that all countries reduced socioeconomic-related inequalities in modern contraceptive use among women of reproductive age over the past 30 years.
Supporting Evidence
- All countries reduced socioeconomic-related inequalities in modern contraceptive use among in-union women of reproductive age during the observed period.
- On average, modern contraceptive prevalence rate increased at an annual rate of 2.1%.
- The poorest women experienced a higher rate of increase in contraceptive use compared to the richest women.
Takeaway
This study shows that poorer women are using modern contraceptives more than before, helping to close the gap with richer women.
Methodology
The study analyzed two rounds of Demographic and Health Survey data per country and used Poisson regression models to measure changes in contraceptive use across wealth quintiles.
Potential Biases
The study may not account for all factors influencing contraceptive use, as it relies on survey data that may have inherent biases.
Limitations
The analysis was limited to women who are married or in-union, and the use of household-level wealth as a proxy for individual income may not accurately reflect women's economic status.
Participant Demographics
The study focused on in-union women of reproductive age (15-49 years) across 48 countries.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI 2.1–2.2
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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