Hosp Top. 2025 Jun 26:1-18. doi: 10.1080/00185868.2025.2524800. Online ahead of print.
ABSTRACT
Underserved communities often face significant reproductive health challenges, including limited access to contraceptive methods. In the Isare health district, rates of unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases are high due to insufficient information and resources. To explore how nurses can play a crucial role in improving knowledge, awareness and accessibility of contraceptive methods within underserved communities. Explore specific strategies, interventions, and education programs that nurses can implement to empower community members to make informed decisions about contraception. Qualitative and quantitative methods were used and it was the qualitative data coding system that allowed us to obtain reliable results. Using Alain Bouchard’s sampling technique, 72 community members and other health actors involved in the provision of contraceptive services were selected. Quantitative data were analyzed using statistical software for the social sciences. The results of this article provided practical recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of nurses in promoting awareness and access to contraceptive methods. These recommendations include continuing education for nurses to strengthen their communication skills, developing culturally appropriate awareness campaigns, and strengthening collaboration with other health and community actors. We find that this article will direct the efforts of nurses, health professionals and decision makers in the Isare health district toward more effective strategies to promote awareness and access to contraceptive methods. By following our recommendations given in this article, it is possible to make a significant contribution to improving reproductive health and quality of life in underserved communities.
PMID:40569645 | DOI:10.1080/00185868.2025.2524800
