| Patterns of Utilization of Maternal Healthcare Services in Haryana, India |
| Authors: |
Sonal Katyal |
| Source: |
Asia Pacific Journal of Health Management, DOI: 10.24083/apjhm.v13i1.29 |
| Topic(s): |
Antenatal care
Education
Maternal health
Service utilization
Wealth Index
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| Country: |
Asia
India
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| Published: |
JUN 2018 |
| Abstract: |
Background: Despite being a relatively smaller state, Haryana’s per capita Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) is high. The statistical data on the status of women has a different story to share. Objective: This study analyzes the maternal healthcare situation in Haryana to examine the differential in utilization of maternal health care service i.e. antenatal care on the basis of socio economic and socio demographic indicators such as Women’s age at Birth, Birth order, Education, Residence, Religion, Wealth index and Caste. Methodology: The present study uses the third round of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) data which is similar to the Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS). DHS collects, disseminates national data on health and population in developing countries. Findings: Indicate that economic status, husband’s education and caste have effect on the utilization of antenatal care services. Conclusion: The present study demonstrates several socio economic and demographic factors affecting the utilization of antenatal care services in Haryana. Efforts need to be taken at community and household level to improve utilization. |
| Web: |
https://doaj.org/article/6887a8fbdec845dc8cf4bc4ddc29d471 |
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