Applying the socioecological model to examine the beliefs, perceptions and attitudes surrounding preterm birth in Ethiopia: a qualitative study.
Estifanos AS, Gelaw MA, Getachew H, Ireso BR, Dimtse A, Metaferia G, Woldehawariat TD, Walelegn M, Magge H, Roro MA, Gobena RG, Nigatu YD, Mengistu Y, Shikur B, Demissew R, Beyene SA, Tumilowicz A.
Estifanos AS, et al.
BMJ Open. 2026 Feb 6;16(2):e093030. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2024-093030.
BMJ Open. 2026.
PMID: 41651531
Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Premature birth is the leading cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality. Understanding perceptions, beliefs and attitudes towards preterm births, and how these factors influence care provision at health facilities and at home is crucial for improving preterm n …
BACKGROUND: Premature birth is the leading cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality. Understanding perceptions, beliefs and attitude …