Developing a comprehensive abortion prevention program for couples based on I-change model: study protocol for a mixed method research.

Background: In countries where abortion laws are stringent, induced abortions are prevalent. The limited availability of abortion services within these regions amplifies the likelihood of maternal complications and mortality. Induced abortions represent a significant public health concern in Iran and are characterized by a multitude of intricate factors that remain largely unexplored.

Barriers to physical activity in pregnant women living in Iran and its predictors: a cross sectional study.

Background And Aims: Despite the benefits of physical activity (PA) on maternal and fetal health, the level of PA is low among pregnant women globally. The aim of this study was to determine the barriers to PA and its predictors in Iranian pregnant women specifically.

Methods: This cross-sectional study included 300 pregnant women referred to the Ilam health centers of Iran.