Keywords
population control
reproductive health
maternal care
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Abstract
The rapid population growth in Pakistan presents serious challenges to maternal health, placing women at heightened risk of complications during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Frequent and closely spaced pregnancies, often due to limited access to family planning services, significantly contribute to maternal morbidity and mortality.
Participants: This study investigates the impact of population control awareness and practices on maternal health by surveying 150 women receiving maternal care in public hospitals across Lahore, Pakistan.
Data Collection: Using a structured questionnaire, the research explores the frequency of pregnancies, use of contraceptives, access to reproductive health services, and awareness of family planning. A survey was conducted from government hospitals located in Lahore.
Findings: Findings reveal that limited knowledge and accessibility to population control measures contribute to high-risk pregnancies and poor maternal outcomes. The study underscores the urgent need to integrate population control strategies with maternal healthcare services, ensuring that women are empowered with the knowledge and resources to make informed reproductive choices. Improved access to family planning and strengthened maternal care services are critical to safeguarding women's health in Pakistan.