Prevalence and factors associated with teenage pregnancy among girls aged 13 to 19 years in Atutur sub-county, Kumi district, Eastern Uganda: a community-based cross-sectional study

Prevalence and factors associated with teenage pregnancy among girls aged 13 to 19 years in Atutur sub-county, Kumi district, Eastern Uganda: a community-based cross-sectional study

Abstract Background Teenage pregnancy remains a pressing public health issue with profound effects on health, education, and socio-economic outcomes. Rural areas, such as parts of Teso, often face higher prevalence of teenage pregnancy due to socioeconomic challenges. This study aimed at determining...

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Main Authors: Michael Akol, Ronald Opito, Bonniface Oryokot, Hellen Akurut, James Kalema, Maxwell Chekwoti, John Paul Matovu, Nasta Mayamba Chelimo, Hannah Muwanguzi, Moses Eremu, Samuel Kabwigu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-06-01
Series:Reproductive Health
Subjects:
Teenage pregnancy
Prevalence
Cross-sectional
Early marriage
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12978-025-02058-2
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