scholarly journals Pregnancy, childbirth and health of female labour migrants from Central Asia in Russia

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 50-65
Author(s):  
Dmitry V. Poletaev
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Health ◽  
Central Asia ◽  
Survey Data ◽  
Reproductive Behaviour ◽  
Lower Proportion ◽  
Significant Part ◽  
Female Labour ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
Childbirth Experience ◽  
Female Migrants

The research note contains an analysis of data on health, pregnancy, and childbirth experience among female labour migrants arriving in Russia from Central Asia. Empirically, the study bases on the data of three surveys conducted in 2015, 2017, and 2020. In total, the surveys contain information on 2,028 migrants from Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan living in Russia. The analysis proves that with gradual feminization of labour migration from Central Asia, pregnancy and childbirth in a significant part of labour migrants take place in risky living conditions; the existing system of maternal health protection for migrants in Russia needs modernization. Compared to earlier studies on this topic, the survey data showed a higher proportion of female migrants who had got pregnant and gave birth in Russia along with a lower proportion of migrants who terminated pregnancy. These differences may indicate a change in the reproductive behaviour of women who come to work in Russia from the countries of Central Asia. The presented note shows the need for in-depth studies of the reproductive behaviour of labour migrants in Russia, as well as the development of national migration statistics, which should become gender sensitive.

Sedelnikovaea baicalensis (Lecanoraceae) — new lichen genus and species for Europe

2018 ◽  
Vol 52 (2) ◽  
pp. 407-416
Author(s):  
T. V. Makryi
Keyword(s):  
Central Asia ◽  
Lichen Species ◽  
Significant Part ◽  
The Urals ◽  
Southern Siberia ◽  
Central Asian ◽  
Northeastern Siberia ◽  
Mountain Belts ◽  
First Time ◽  
Vast Range

Sedelnikovaea baicalensis, the Siberian-Central Asian lichen species, is recorded for the first time for Europe. Based on all the known localities, including those first-time reported from Baikal Siberia, the peculiarities of the ecology and distribution of this species are discussed, the map of its distribution is provided. It is concluded that the species was erroneously considered earlier as a Central Asian endemic. The center of the present range of this lichen is the steppes of Southern Siberia and Mongolia. Assumptions are made that S. baicalensis is relatively young (Paleogene-Neogene) species otherwise it would have a vast range extending beyond Asia, and also that the Yakut locations of this species indicate that in the Pleistocene its range was wider and covered a significant part of the Northeastern Siberia but later underwent regression. Based on the fact that in the mountains of Central Asia the species is found only in the upper mountain belts, it is proposed to characterize it as «cryo-arid xerophyte» in contrast to «arid xerophytes». A conclusion is made that the presence of extensive disjunctions of S. baicalensis range between the Southern Pre-Urals and the Altai-Sayan Mountains or the Mountains of Central Asia is unlikely; the lichen is most likely to occur in the Urals and most of Kazakhstan.

scholarly journals 675 The childbirth experience survey (CBEX): an analysis of qualitative survey data

2021 ◽  
Vol 224 (2) ◽  
pp. S424
Author(s):  
Samia Saeb ◽  
Lisa M. Korst ◽  
Moshe Fridman ◽  
Kimberly D. Gregory ◽  
Jeanette McCulloch ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Survey Data ◽  
Childbirth Experience ◽  
Qualitative Survey ◽  
Experience Survey

scholarly journals Pregnancy and childbirth in Mozambique: men as decision makers and women as caretakers?

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
A Galle ◽  
H Cossa ◽  
N Osman ◽  
K Roelens ◽  
S Griffin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Maternal Health ◽  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Male Involvement ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
Policy Level ◽  
Sub Saharan

Abstract Background Increasing male involvement during pregnancy is considered an important, but often overlooked intervention for improving maternal health in sub-Saharan Africa. This study explores the attitudes and beliefs of health policymakers, health care providers and local communities regarding men's involvement in maternal health in southern Mozambique. Methods Ten key informant interviews with stakeholders were carried out to assess their attitudes and perspectives regarding male involvement in maternal health, followed by 10 days of semi structured observations in health care centers. Subsequently 16 focus group discussions were conducted in the community and at provider level, followed by three in depth couple interviews. Analysis was done by applying a socio-ecological systems theory in thematic analysis. Results Results show a lack of strategy at policy level to stimulate male involvement in maternal health. Invitation cards for men are used as an isolated intervention in health facilities but these have not lead to the expected success. Providers have a rather passive attitude towards male involvement initiatives and women accompanied by a husband are often put in a submissive position. In the community however, male attendance at ANC is considered important and men are willing to take a more participating role. Main barriers are the association of male attendance at ANC with being HIV infected and strong social norms and gender roles. On the one hand men are seen as caretakers of the family by providing money and making the decisions. On the other hand, men supporting their wife by showing interest in their health or sharing household tasks are seen as weak or as a manifestation of HIV seropositivity. Conclusions A clear strategy at policy level and a multi-level approach is needed. Gender-equitable relationships between men and women should be encouraged in all maternal health interventions and health programs should step away from linking male involvement to HIV prevention. Key messages Linking the promotion of gender equality to male involvement is the key for success. Step away from linking HIV prevention to male involvement in maternal health.

A review of the Elachista subula Parenti species complex (Lepidoptera, Elachistidae), with descriptions of nine new Palearctic species

Zootaxa ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 4433 (3) ◽  
pp. 401
Author(s):  
LAURI KAILA ◽  
KARI NUPPONEN
Keyword(s):  
Central Asia ◽  
Species Complex ◽  
Significant Part ◽  
Type Locality ◽  
Constituent Species ◽  
Dry Areas ◽  
Palearctic Species

Taxonomy of the here established Elachista subula species complex is reviewed. This species complex is subordinate to the E. dispilella group sensu Kaila et al. (2015), in subgenus Aphelosetia. The E. subula species complex is exclusively Palearctic. Most of the currently recognized species occur in dry areas in Central Asia where they appear to form a significant part of the Elachista diversity. The constituent species are characterized by a phallus with bent and sharp-tipped apex, and the vesica with one weakly sclerotized plate-like cornutus that usually bears one blunt or spine-like tooth. Fourteen species are recognized, of which the following 9 are described as new: E. ameteria Kaila, sp. nov. (Type locality country Kazakhstan), E. cisoria Kaila, sp. nov. (Spain), E. cultella Kaila, sp. nov. (Mongolia), E. drepanella Kaila, sp. nov. (Russia: Tuva), E. marusiki Kaila, sp. nov. (Mongolia), E. perona Kaila, sp. nov. (Kyrgyzstan), E. platamodes Kaila, sp. nov. (Croatia), E. scalpra Kaila, sp. nov. (Turkey) and E. spinipyra Kaila, sp. nov. (Turkmenistan). Redescriptions are given to E. mus Parenti¸ E. bimaculata Parenti, E. semnani Parenti, E. subula Parenti and E. acutella Kaila. 

Personal Psychologic Pecularities of Aborted Women

2001 ◽  
Vol 82 (3) ◽  
pp. 215-218
Author(s):  
A. N. Yusupova ◽  
O. N. Kamysheva
Keyword(s):  
Family Planning ◽  
Family Planning Service ◽  
Risk Group ◽  
Reproductive Function ◽  
Reproductive Behaviour ◽  
Significant Part ◽  
Planning Service ◽  
Psychic Reactions

It is established that the significant part of aborted women is susceptable to pronounced negative psychic reactions (personal alarm, psychotism, neurotism) which have stable nature. Women with such personal psychologic characteristics present a group of highW risk of abortion propagation, various disorders of reproductive function and reproductive behaviour. In women dispensaries and in family planning service institutions it is necessary to introduce the psychologic testing to reveal persons of this risk group and to perform the corresponding psychologic correction for prevention of undesirable pregnancy.

scholarly journals Barriers to husbands’ involvement in maternal health care in Sidama zone, Southern Ethiopia: a qualitative study

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Wondwosen Teklesilasie ◽  
Wakgari Deressa
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Maternal Health ◽  
Maternal Health Care ◽  
Southern Ethiopia ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Health Care Need ◽  
Female Partners ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Depth Interviews

Abstract Background Husbands’ involvement in maternal care is considered as a crucial step in scaling up women’s utilization of the services. However, the factors related with how husband’s involvement in maternal health care have hardly been studied to date in the study areas. Therefore, this study aimed to explore barriers to husbands’ involvement in maternal health care, in Sidama zone, Southern Ethiopia. Methods The study employed a qualitative method. A pre-tested interview guide questions that prepared in English and translated in to Amharic language were used for data collection. The data were collected using focus group discussions, in-depth interviews and key-informants’ interview in April and May 2015. The data were analyzed thematically. Results The study identified a range of factors that-deterred husbands to involve in their female partners’ maternal health care. These are childbirth is a natural process, pregnancy and childbirth are women’s business, preference for TBAs’ care and husband’s involvement in pregnancy and birth care is a new idea were identified as barriers for husbands’ involvement in maternal health care, in this study. Conclusions A range of factors related with clients’ and service delivery factors’ were identified as barriers to husbands’ involvement in maternal health care. Based on the study findings we recommend a contextual based awareness creation programs about husbands’ involvement in maternal health care need to be established.

scholarly journals Household survey data for research on well-being and behavior in Central Asia

2014 ◽  
Vol 42 (3) ◽  
pp. 819-835 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tilman Brück ◽  
Damir Esenaliev ◽  
Antje Kroeger ◽  
Alma Kudebayeva ◽  
Bakhrom Mirkasimov ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Central Asia ◽  
Survey Data ◽  
Household Survey ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Household Survey Data ◽  
And Behavior

MATERNAL DEATH AND GROSS NATIONAL PRODUCT (GNP)

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1996 ◽  
Vol 97 (3) ◽  
pp. 397-397
Author(s):  
Student
Keyword(s):  
Maternal Health ◽  
West Africa ◽  
Maternal Death ◽  
Gross National Product ◽  
Lifetime Risk ◽  
National Product ◽  
Pregnancy And Childbirth ◽  
Per Capita

. . . viewed from [the] perspective of the consequences on maternal health, the Italian GNP per capita of over $20,000 translates into a lifetime risk of dying during pregnancy and childbirth of 1 in 17,360, whereas the respective figures for Mali, West Africa, are $310 and 1 in 7. A 66-fold difference in GNP manifests as nearly 2500-fold difference in maternal death.

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