Publications by authors named "Carla Grios-Davila"
Rev Panam Salud Publica
August 2003
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to assess the prevalence of various forms of violence during pregnancy and its link to low birthweight among women in a low-income area of San José, Costa Rica.
- Findings revealed that mothers who experienced violence during pregnancy had babies that weighed, on average, 449.4 grams less, significantly increasing the risk of low birthweight.
- The research highlights the importance of addressing violence against women as a critical reproductive health issue and calls for improved training for health workers to manage and mitigate these risks.
