Exploring Knowledge of Implants Among Youths at Area 25 Health Centre in Lilongwe, Malawi

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DOI: 10.21522./TAJMHR.2016.05.02.Art027

Authors : Boston Mwakanemela Kayange, Mandayachepa C. Nyando

Abstract:

Contraceptive implants are more effective methods of family planning for youths as they enable them to control their reproductive lives better than other family planning methods. Studies have demonstrated lack of awareness on implants among youths. Nevertheless, no known published studies have looked on the knowledge of implants among youths in Malawi. This study aimed at exploring knowledge of implants among youths at Area 25 Health Centre in Lilongwe City, Malawi. Using qualitative study research design, 20 youths participated in qualitative study. The findings revealed that all youths had general knowledge on implants. However, youths had inadequate knowledge on specific instructions of implants. Many youths had heard about implants from health facility workers who give health talks to family planning clients on different contraceptive methods. Future recommendations include data collection from multiple health facilities and targeting heath facility catchment area.

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