Revitalizing the IUD in Kenya

The prevalence of Neisseria gonorrhoea and Chlamydia trachomatis in intra-uterine contraceptive acceptors in Kenya PIP: The 1725 women presenting at Kenyatta National Hospital in 1984-86 for IUD insertion were screened for cervical Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoea before the IUD

Using Communications and Community Engagement to Stimulate Demand for the IUD in Kenya

Background The position of the intrauterine device (IUD) in Kenya’s contraceptive method mix among married women of reproductive age has declined over time, dropping from a prevalence of 4.2% in 1993 to 2.4% in 2003 (CBS, MOH, & ORC Macro, 2004). Moreover, as contraceptive prevalence has increased (currently at 33% for modern methods), the IUD’s share of the modern method mix has declined by ha...

Introduction of the levonorgestrel intrauterine system in Kenya through mobile outreach: review of service statistics and provider perspectives

BACKGROUND The levonorgestrel intrauterine system (LNG IUS) was developed over 30 years ago, but the product is currently too expensive for widespread use in many developing countries. In Kenya, one organization has received donated commodities for 5 years, providing an opportunity to assess impact and potential future role of the product. METHODS We reviewed service statistics on insertions ...

Effects of IUD on iron status in IUD users in Gorgan, Iran

 Abstract Background: CuT380A intra uterine device Intra Uterine Device (IUD) is used in the health system of Iran. The most important and frequent side effects of the IUDs are hypermenorrhea and polymenorrhea. In Iran, iron supplement are not prescribed for the IUD users and there are no documents indicating their iron reservation status. This study was performed to determine the iron status i...

Efficiency Performance of Manufacturing Companies in Kenya: Evaluation and Policies

The objective of this paper is to determine the efficiency of manufacturing companies in Kenya over the period of 2009 to 2011 as well as suggesting appropriate policies to be employed by the manufacturing companies in Kenya based on the findings of the study. Three critical inputs variables (raw materials, staff expenses and plant and machinery) and two output variables (net sale and earnings ...