Publications by authors named "Ayesha Ali Malick"
BMC Public Health
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) are underutilized in South-Asia, particularly in Pakistan, where the study aimed to assess knowledge and practices regarding ECPs among married individuals in Karachi.
- The study found that a large majority of participants (85.8%) had low knowledge of ECPs, with only 11.1% having ever used them; barriers included concerns about side effects and religious beliefs.
- Despite some awareness from counseling, overall ECP usage remains low, highlighting the need for better education and access to family planning resources in the region.
