Partner Communication Increases Modern Contraceptive Use in Urban Kenya
At a glance… 2010 study assessed the degree of partner communication and perceived partner agreement on fertility preferences and their association with contraceptive use in urban Kenya. Multivariate analyses revealed that both male and female participants were...
Connecting Demand with Access: ISSU Creates a Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration in Senegal
At a glance… Senegal has a high total fertility rate as well as a high unmet need for family planning (FP). The Senegalese Urban Health Initiative (ISSU) has worked with the Ministry of Health and Social Action (MSAS), municipalities and local leaders to...Televised Debates Spur Community Discussions about Family Planning Methods in Urban Senegal
At a glance… The Senegalese Urban Health Initiative (ISSU) organized three televised debates to discuss family planning issues, including common misconceptions, Islamic beliefs and health benefits. Debate participants included representatives from the Department...
