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Prediction of Likelihood of Contraceptive Method among Women using Machine Learning Techniques
Abstract: This paper presents the various machine learning techniques and early fusion approach for analyzing usage of contraceptive methods among women. The analysis has been done using various nine features that the usage of contraceptive among women is whether low, high or not at all. This paper also evaluates the effect of contraceptive prediction is affected by men, age, and religion. Finally, comparison of classification accuracy has been employed between 22 …
Published in Journal of Mobile Computing, Communications & Mobile Networks · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Awareness and Usage of Contraceptive Methods among HIV-positive Women in Delhi
Abstract: The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) epidemic continues to take a heavy toll on women and children worldwide. Contraceptive use is an important and cost-effective strategy to reduce mother to child transmission (MTCT) of HIV. This study was undertaken to assess knowledge, attitude and practices about contraceptive methods among HIV positive women and factors influencing the choice of contraceptive methods in a tertiary care hospital in Delhi. A tertiary care hospital-based …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Towards Utilization of Long-Acting Contraceptive Methods and Predictors of Utilization among Reproductive Age Group Women in Addis Ababa Public Health Centers, Ethiopia.
Abstract: Long-acting contraceptives (LACs) such as intrauterine devices and hormonal implants are among the most effective methods that prevent unintended pregnancies. The methods are more convenient to clients who want to space or limit their births. But, their utilization is still very low and there is no strong evidence about the factors contributed to the low utilization level. The present study was undertaken to assess the utilization of LAC methods and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Technology Based Interactive Teaching Session Regarding Methods of Contraception
Abstract: The study objective was to assess the existing level of knowledge and effectiveness of technology based interactive teaching session regarding methods of contraception among nursing students and to find out association of knowledge score with the selected demographic variables. The research hypothesis showed that there was significant difference in pre-test and post-test knowledge score among nursing students, and there was association between posttest mean knowledge score with their demographic variables. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 21–23 Read article
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A Survey of Awareness and Willingness of Contraception in Married Males
Abstract: This study was carried out for assessing the choice of contraceptive methods and awareness among married males. Through Knowledge Index (KI), knowledge, attitude and practices were ascertained. The objectives of the study were to determine the choice of contraceptive methods and to know and to create awareness and willingness for different contraceptive methods among married males attending NIUM Hospital, Bangalore. This was a cross-sectional study and 1000 married males were …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Factors for Low Uses of Men Family Planning Methods: Kumarkhali Upazila in Kushtia District, Bangladesh
Abstract: Bangladesh is an over density population country in the world and Bangladesh's government and different organizations working to control the population in the last century. Various male base family planning programs are developed to make a significant contribution to thisfield. This study was conducted to determine factors for low uses of men's family planning methods at Kumarkhali Upazila in Kushtia District, Bangladesh. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 390 married …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Statistics · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 9–19 Read article
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Assessment of Modern Contraceptive Utilization and Factors Associated Among Married Women of Reproductive Age Group at Mekelle City, North Ethiopia in August 2013
Abstract: Ethiopia is the second most populous nation in Africa. Its population has increased nearly seven times from 11.8 million at the beginning of the 20th century to about 80 million today. Where, only 27% in reproductive age groups are currently using modern contraceptive and number of factors could affect for effective use of modern contraception. But, still evidence showed that, as there is high maternal mortality and unwanted pregnancy. However, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–23 Read article
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Awareness on Emergency Contraception among Married Women
Abstract: Background: Emergency contraception is a method of contraception that can be used to prevent unprotected act of sexual intercourse. There are both hormonal and non-hormonal methods of emergency contraception available. These methods are also called “morning after pill” or post coital contraception. Aim: The present study aims to assess the awareness on emergency contraception among married women. Methods: The community based study was conducted in selected villages at Mamandur. This …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Contraceptive Knowledge, Attitude and Practice among Newly Married Couples
Abstract: The objective of this study was to assess the knowledge, attitude regarding family planning and the practice of contraceptives among newly married couples attending NIUM hospital. This study was cross sectional and observational. Total 150 newly married women from the day of marriage to five-year span, visiting Screening Unit and Family Planning Unit attached with the OPD of Gynecology and Obstetrics of National Institute of Unani Medicine Hospital, Bangalore, were …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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RP-HPLC method for simultaneous determination of Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol in Bulk and their Pharmaceutical dosage form
Abstract: Oral contraceptive is used to prevent the pregnancy which is contain hormones to block the release of eggs from the ovaries. Most of them contain estrogen and progesterone. Nowadays, usage of hormonal contraceptive is sharply enhancing; around 100 million of women worldwide are taking these drugs. With this drug fertility rate can be supressed as long as they want or plan their activity along with these drugs provide efficacy, reliability, …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 46–67 Read article
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Women’s Experiences with Injectable Contraceptives (Depo Provera): A View from Vadodara, India
Abstract: Choice of contraceptive methods is a key element of family planning that benefits both women and providers. Offering a client choice can help increase contraceptive prevalence rates; so this study was conducted to explore users’ perspectives on Injectable Contraceptives (IC). This qualitative study employed semi structured in-depth interview technique. Sixty women, who had experience of using IC either at the time of study or in the past, were selected from …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Contraception and current scenario: A Review of the Evidence
Abstract: India is a densely populated country with a population of 132.42 crores and is the second highest in the world. It needs to be controlled at earliest by various means of contraceptives. Globally 63% of females in the reproductive age are rooted to be using contraceptive methods, for a total of 716 million females worldwide. Although all parts of the world have seen a huge increase in contraceptive usage, at …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Knowledge Regarding Birth Control Measure Among Rural and Urban Adolescent Girl: Comparative Descriptive Study
Abstract: Introduction: Adolescent age group of 10–24 year is the beautiful time in which pubertal changes take place. Changes related to high risk sexual behavior and sexual feeling in particular age group need to focus towards the knowledge about contraceptive methods. Objective: To identify and compare the knowledge and attitude of adolescent girls on different birth control devices in rural and urban areas of Ambala, India. Study Design and Setting: The …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 10–17 Read article
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Determinants of Short Inter-Birth Interval among Child Bearing Age Women in Mekelle City, Northern Ethiopia: Community Based Case Control Study
Abstract: Background: In Ethiopia, where there is high maternal mortality and fertility rate, enhancing optimal inter-birth interval is one of the key strategies to promote the health status of mothers and their children. The purpose of this study is therefore, to understand the determinants for having short inter-birth interval among women in child bearing age. Methods: This unmatched case-control study involved 330 (110 cases and 220 controls) women in child bearing …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 6–20 Read article
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Emergency Contraception: Awareness, Knowledge, Attitude and Practice among Female University Students in South-East Ethiopia
Abstract: Abstract:Unintended pregnancy poses a major challenge to reproductive health of young adults in developing countries, many of which are performed abortion in unsafe conditions and others carry their pregnancies to term, incurring the risk of morbidity and mortality. It has been estimated that widespread use of emergency contraception may significantly reduce the number of abortion-related morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study was to assess awareness, knowledge, attitude and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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An Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program Regarding Pelvic Rocking Exercise and Dry Ginger on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Dysmenorrhea
Abstract: Objective: Dysmenorrhea is characterized by painful menstrual cramps originating from the uterus and is a common gynaecological condition affecting women of all ages and nationalities. Primary dysmenorrhea refers to menstrual pain without any underlying organic disease, while secondary dysmenorrhea occurs due to an identifiable medical condition. Common causes of secondary dysmenorrhea include endometriosis, fibroids, adenomyosis, endometrial polyps, pelvic inflammatory disease, and the use of intrauterine contraceptive devices. Methodology: Experimental research …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, Practice and Associated Factors of Emergency Contraceptive Pills among Female Youths in Mekelle City, Tigray Region, North Ethiopia
Abstract: For girls and young women aged 15–19, pregnancy and childbirth is the number one killer. It’s the cause of 50,000 deaths of teenage girls every year. Ensuring that adolescent girls are able to use suitable contraception to delay the age at which they first become pregnant is a key part of the family planning challenge. Around 16 million girls between the ages of 15 and 19 give birth each year. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 7–21 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes and Practice of Family Planning among Women of Reproductive Age in Northern Nigeria: A Sociological Study
Abstract: Family planning is a very vital element of reproductive health that enables individuals and couples to decide on how many and how far they would have their children. It is important in enhancing maternal health, child health, alleviating poverty and enhancing sustainable development. Although family planning services are available in Nigeria, their use has been low in most regions in the country especially Northern Nigeria. The paper evaluated the KAP …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 45–64 Read article
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To Investigate Hormonal Fluctuations in Male Rattus norvegicus after Treatment with 50% Methanolic Extract of Acacia arabica
Abstract: The use of medicinal plants in traditional and modern medicine has garnered significant interest for their therapeutic potential. Acacia arabica, commonly known as babul, is renowned for its bioactive compounds and diverse pharmacological properties. This study investigates the hormonal fluctuations induced by 50% methanolic extract of Acacia arabica in male Rattus norvegicus, aiming to explore its potential as a male contraceptive. Male contraception remains limited primarily to condoms and vasectomy, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 28–38 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Impact of Safe Delivery app on Knowledge Regarding Modern Contraception Among Final Year B. Sc Nursing Students in Chittoor Dist., AP
Abstract: Background: Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) remains a leading cause of maternal mortality, particularly in low-income countries, highlighting the importance of skilled healthcare providers. Mobile health innovations such as the Safe Delivery App (SDA) have demonstrated effectiveness in strengthening knowledge and skills in obstetric emergency management. However, limited evidence exists regarding its role in improving knowledge of modern contraception among nursing students, who represent the future maternal health workforce. This study aimed …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 29–34 Read article