Maternal and infant welfare
Thesis
Health literacy among Pacific mothers in New Zealand: Exploring the associations of demographic and behavioural factors with health literacy of Pacific mothers in the context of Pacific health and well-being.
The physical and social factors related to non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including obesity, noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus or type 2 diabetes, ischemic heart disease, stroke, metabolic syndrome and some cancers, are multifaceted and complex (Ministry of Health [MoH], 2012a, 2012b, 2012c). One factor that may contribute to the inequitable burden of NCDs in Pacific people is health...
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Experiences of maternity care in NSW public hospitals: January to December 2015
Provides detailed information about the experiences of care for women during various stages of the maternity journey, highlighting where NSW performs well, and potential areas for improvement. Key Findings: 1) A statewide survey of 4,739 women who gave birth in a NSW public hospital in 2015 shows t hat most had good experiences of maternity...
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Australia's mothers and babies 2014 - in brief
Presents key statistics and trends on pregnancy and childbirth of mothers, and the characteristics and outcomes of their babies.
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Targeting zero: supporting the Victorian hospital system to eliminate avoidable harm and strengthen quality of care
The review was a detailed and extensive analysis into how the Department of Health & Human Services oversees and supports quality and safety of care across the Victorian hospital system. It consulted widely, seeking the views and experiences of patients, clinicians, hospital managers and boards about how to make Victoria's healthcare systems safer. It highlights...
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The experience and motivations of Safe Motherhood Action Group volunteers in rural Samfya, Zambia: an exploratory study
This study adds to the body of knowledge about Community Health Workers by providing a perspective from Safe Motherhood Action Group volunteers on their experience and motivations for participation in maternal health programs in Zambia.