Publications by authors named "Tanha Rahman"
Background: Pregnancy termination (PT) is a major public health concern in low-and middle-income countries like Bangladesh. This cross-sectional study aimed to determine the prevalence and factors of PT using the nationally representative Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey data 2017-2018.
Materials And Methods: A weighted population-based sample of 8759 ever-married reproductive-aged women (15-49 years) was included in the study.
Article Synopsis
- Every year, around 20 million neonates are born with low birth weight (LBW), mostly in low- and middle-income countries, but specific factors affecting LBW in rural Bangladesh are poorly understood.
- This study surveyed 4,651 children under 5 years old to examine the relationship between socioeconomic status and maternal dietary diversity, finding a 13.5% prevalence of LBW which varied significantly across wealth groups.
- Results indicated that mothers from poorer households are more likely to have LBW babies, and those with inadequate dietary diversity show a higher risk, especially adolescent mothers, who are significantly affected by poor nutrition.