ICPD to MDGs: Missing links and common grounds
2008
Links Between Reproductive Health and Development Goals in Pakistan
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Abrejo Farina G, Shaikh Babar T, Saleem Sarah
Primary Institution: Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
Hypothesis
How can Pakistan balance its reproductive health policies with the Millennium Development Goals?
Conclusion
Pakistan's reproductive health policies have not effectively addressed the high maternal mortality rates despite various initiatives.
Supporting Evidence
- Pakistan has one of the highest maternal mortality ratios among developing countries.
- The ICPD agenda aimed for universal access to reproductive health services by 2015.
- Despite various policies, the maternal mortality ratio in Pakistan has increased from 350 to 400 per 100,000 live births.
Takeaway
This study looks at how Pakistan's health policies for women are not working well, especially for mothers, and suggests ways to improve them.
Methodology
A literature review was conducted from 1994 to 2001, analyzing published literature on ICPD and MDGs.
Limitations
The study relies on existing literature and may not capture all current data or perspectives.
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