ArticleFrontiers in global women's health2025
Sociodemographic determinants and regional disparities of first-trimester antenatal care initiation among Nigerian women: a multilevel analysis of 2018 NDHS data.
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- Decomposition analysis and spatial change of age disparities in antenatal care utilisation among women with high-risk pregnancies in Nigeria.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2026Article
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Background: Maternal health remains a critical public health priority, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where maternal mortality rates are alarmingly high. Early antenatal care (ANC) initiation within the first trimester is essential for identifying and managing potential health risks for both mothers and their babies. Despite global efforts to promote early ANC, significant disparities persist, especially in Nigeria. This study investigates the sociodemographic determinants and regional disparities influencing the timing of ANC initiation among Nigerian women. Methods: This study utilized data from the 2018 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey ( Results: The analysis revealed that only 24.0% ( Conclusion: The findings highlight significant sociodemographic and regional disparities in the timing of ANC initiation among Nigerian women. To improve early ANC uptake, targeted interventions that address both individual barriers, such as education and economic status, and broader regional disparities are essential.
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