Effectiveness of Community-Based Interventions for Improving Maternal and Child Health Outcomes in Southern Punjab, Pakistan
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This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a community-based intervention on improving maternal and child health outcomes in a low- and middle-income area in southern Punjab, Pakistan.
Methods: A prospective study was conducted from January 2022 to May 2022, involving a sample size of 350 participants. The community-based intervention targeted various aspects of maternal and child health, including antenatal care, immunization, breastfeeding practices, and postnatal care. Data on health outcomes, such as maternal mortality, infant mortality, neonatal morbidity, and child growth indicators, were collected before and after the intervention. Statistical analysis was performed to evaluate the impact of the intervention on the selected outcomes.
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