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What does Maternal and Child Health (MCH) refer to?
MCH refers to healthcare that supports women during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum periods and ensures child health from birth to adolescence.
Why is MCH central to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3?
It focuses on ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages, directly affecting national development by reducing mortality and enhancing population health.
What is an important indicator of a country’s development?
Infant mortality is one of the most important indicators to decide whether the country is developed or underdeveloped.
What does a low infant mortality rate indicate?
A low infant mortality rate indicates that the country has a good and successful Primary Healthcare (PHC) system.
What is the importance of Primary Healthcare in MCH?
PHC provides essential health services at the community level, prioritizing accessibility, equity, and prevention.
What roles does Primary Healthcare play in MCH?
Roles include antenatal care (ANC), postnatal care (PNC), immunizations, family planning, and growth monitoring.
What are the current maternal health indicators in Jordan?
Jordan’s Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) is 21 deaths per 100,000 live births.
What is the definition of Maternal Mortality?
The death of a woman while pregnant, during delivery, or within 42 days postpartum due to complications from pregnancy and childbirth.
What is the under-5 mortality rate in Jordan?
Under-5 mortality in Jordan is 15.7 deaths per 1,000 live births.
What are some challenges facing MCH services in Jordan?
Challenges include workforce shortages, a large refugee population, cultural barriers, and infrastructure gaps.
What is a key strategy for improving MCH services in Jordan?
Workforce capacity building is essential for addressing challenges like workforce shortages and inadequate healthcare infrastructure.
What are retention incentives for healthcare professionals?
Retention incentives include financial incentives, housing allowances, and career growth opportunities.
What is the goal of workforce capacity building?
The goal is to improve the quality of care for mothers and newborns by increasing the number of skilled birth attendants.
What does strengthening community-based services involve?
It focuses on enhancing healthcare delivery at the grassroots level, ensuring services are accessible and culturally appropriate.
What role do Community Health Workers (CHWs) play?
CHWs provide basic maternal and child healthcare services, including health education, counseling, and referrals.
What is the purpose of mobile clinics in MCH?
Mobile clinics provide antenatal care, vaccinations, and postnatal services to rural or isolated communities.
How can technology improve MCH outcomes?
Technology enhances access to services, improves quality of care, and ensures better data management.
What is the role of telemedicine in MCH?
Telemedicine facilitates virtual consultations for antenatal and postnatal care, allowing remote monitoring of high-risk pregnancies.
What are health apps used for in MCH?
Health apps provide resources to enhance management of health-related issues, monitor health progress, and promote early intervention.
What are the WHO guidelines for antenatal care?
WHO recommends at least 8 ANC visits during pregnancy to monitor maternal health and fetal development.
What is the focus of postnatal care (PNC)?
PNC refers to the care provided to the mother and newborn immediately after birth and during the first six weeks of life.
What is the purpose of counseling during pregnancy?
To ensure proper maternal weight gain and optimal fetal development.
What key nutrients should be increased during pregnancy?
Iron, calcium, and folic acid.
What is Postnatal Care (PNC)?
Care provided to the mother and newborn immediately after birth and during the first six weeks of life.
