Adolescents’ perceptions and experiences of pregnancy in refugee and migrant communities on the Thailand-Myanmar border: a qualitative study

Adolescents’ perceptions and experiences of pregnancy in refugee and migrant communities on the Thailand-Myanmar border: a qualitative study

Abstract Background Adolescent pregnancy remains a global health concern, contributing to 11% of all births worldwide and 23% of the overall burden of disease in girls aged 15–19 years. Premature motherhood can create a negative cycle of adverse health, economic and social outcomes for young women,...

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Main Authors: Carine Asnong, Gracia Fellmeth, Emma Plugge, Nan San Wai, Mupawjay Pimanpanarak, Moo Kho Paw, Prakaykaew Charunwatthana, François Nosten, Rose McGready
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-05-01
Series:Reproductive Health
Subjects:
Adolescent pregnancy
Refugee
Migrant
Myanmar
Qualitative
Sexual and reproductive health
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12978-018-0522-7

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