Too hot to thrive: a qualitative inquiry of community perspectives on the effect of high ambient temperature on postpartum women and neonates in Kilifi, Kenya

Too hot to thrive: a qualitative inquiry of community perspectives on the effect of high ambient temperature on postpartum women and neonates in Kilifi, Kenya

Abstract Objective To understand community perspectives on the effects of high ambient temperature on the health and wellbeing of neonates, and impacts on post-partum women and infant care in Kilifi. Design Qualitative study using key informant interviews, in-depth interviews and focus group discuss...

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Main Authors: Adelaide Lusambili, Sari Kovats, Britt Nakstad, Veronique Filippi, Peter Khaemba, Nathalie Roos, Cherie Part, Stanley Luchters, Matthew Chersich, Jeremy Hess, Kadidiatou Kadio, Fiona Scorgie
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-01-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
Subjects:
Heat
Neonates
Kenya
Exclusive breastfeeding
Climate change
Maternal health
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-023-04517-w

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12887-023-04517-w

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