Publications by authors named "Scholastica Eunice Jimu"
Reprod Health
November 2023
Article Synopsis
- Unprotected sex is prevalent among Malawian youth, leading to high rates of STIs, HIV, and unplanned pregnancies; the study examines factors influencing condom use in this demographic.
- Data from the 2015/2016 Malawi Demographic and Health Survey was analyzed, revealing only 27.1% of youth used condoms during their last sexual encounter, with significantly more males (55.8%) using them than females (18.5%).
- The research identified key factors affecting condom use, including sexual activity, age, marital status, region, rural residence, and HIV testing, highlighting the need for targeted safe sex programs to address public health challenges.
