Challenges in Accessing and Delivering Maternal and Child Health Services during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Rapid Survey from Six States of India

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Authors

Saurabh Sharma · National Institute of Medical Statistics

Sumit Aggarwal · Indian Council of Medical Research

Ragini Kulkarni · National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health

Dinesh Kumar · National Institute for Research in Tribal Health

Bijaya Kumar Mishra · Regional Medical Research Centre

Gaurav Raj Dwivedi · Regional Medical Research Centre

KhuraijamRanjana Devi

Abstract

A holistic approach is required that focuses on both preparedness and response to the outbreak, as well reassignment and reinforcement of health care professionals to continue catering to and maintaining essential MCH services during the pandemic.

Topics & Keywords

COVID-19 Impact on Reproduction Global Maternal and Child Health Migration, Health and Trauma

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

Volume 20, Issue 2, pp. 1538-1538

DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20021538

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