Methods Two reviewers systematically searched multiple databases for articles published
between January 2009 and June 2018. Both screened and selected studies based on the …

Spatial analysis has become an increasingly used analytic approach to describe and
analyze spatial characteristics of disease burden, but the depth and coverage of its usage …

Background With universal health coverage a key component of the 2030 Sustainable
Development Goals, targeted monitoring is crucial for reducing inequalities in the provision …

Background The number of maternal deaths in sub-Saharan Africa continues to be
overwhelmingly high. In West Africa, Sierra Leone leads the list, with the highest maternal …

Availability of emergency obstetric and newborn care (EmONC) is a strong supply side
measure of essential health system capacity that is closely and causally linked to maternal …

Background With the limited availability of quality emergency obstetric and newborn care
(EmONC) in Ghana, and a lack of dialogue on the issue at district level, the Evidence for …

Background Lack of timely and quality emergency obstetric care (EmOC) has contributed
significantly to maternal morbidity and mortality, particularly in low-and middle-income …

Background In low-and middle-income countries (LMICs), the continuum of care (CoC) for
maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) is not always complete. This study aimed to …

Introduction Targeted approaches to further reduce maternal mortality require thorough
understanding of the geographic barriers that women face when seeking care. Common …

Background Partograph is a simple, inexpensive & economical tool that provides a
continuous graphical overview of labour and prevents prolonged and obstructed labor. The …