Family and reproductive health encompasses the physical, mental, and social well-being of individuals and families in matters related to reproduction, sexuality, and family planning across the lifespan. Research published in Public Health International on this topic examines critical gaps in knowledge, communication…
Family and reproductive health encompasses the physical, mental, and social well-being of individuals and families in matters related to reproduction, sexuality, and family planning across the lifespan. Research published in Public Health International on this topic examines critical gaps in knowledge, communication, and service utilization that affect reproductive health outcomes in diverse global settings. Studies have investigated parent-adolescent communication about sexual and reproductive health in Ethiopia, Nepal, and other contexts, revealing barriers and facilitators to open dialogue within families. The journal has published research on adolescent knowledge of sexual and reproductive health in rural Rwanda and Nicaragua, highlighting disparities in access to information and services among young populations. Additional work has explored attitudes toward HIV counseling and testing among secondary school students in Nigeria, as well as the integration of traditional maternal and child healthcare practices with national health systems in Guinea. Research has also addressed malaria prevention during pregnancy in Nigeria and quality improvement in private healthcare facilities serving reproductive health needs. These investigations matter because effective family and reproductive health services depend on understanding cultural contexts, communication patterns, and systemic barriers that shape health-seeking behaviors and outcomes in varied populations.
10 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
The 10 articles above have been cited 79 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Family and Reproductive Health, linking to each citing work.