Improving access to reproductive health supplies

Maternal mortality appeared to be declining in Bangladesh with at least 322 maternal deaths per 100,000 births, shows the research done by Population Action International in 2010.

The research suggested that, improving access to supplies such as medicine and equipment was one of the essential component of strengthening maternal health programs and outcomes. Shortage of supplies was identified by the stakeholders in Bangladesh as a direct barrier to utilization and positive outcomes at health facilities. These shortages were one of the consequences of constraints on the country’s health system, the research indicated

This report is intended to complement the knowledge gained among the reproductive health supplies community by outlining the challenges and opportunities related to maternal health supplies in Bangladesh.

To know more click: Maternal Health Supplies in Bangladesh, research done by Population Action International