Birth control in Africa
Birth Control in Africa
Birth control in Africa refers to the various methods and practices employed in the African continent to limit or prevent childbirth. This includes a wide range of contraceptive methods, family planning services, and reproductive health education.
Pronunciation
- Birth control: /bɜːrθ kənˈtroʊl/
- Africa: /ˈæfrɪkə/
Etymology
The term "birth control" is derived from the English words "birth" (from Old English 'gebyrd' meaning 'birth, descent, race, nature') and "control" (from Middle French 'contreroller' meaning 'to check, control'). The term "Africa" is of Latin origin, specifically from the name 'Afer', which was a tribe located in North-Western parts of Africa.
Related Terms
- Contraception: The deliberate use of artificial methods or other techniques to prevent pregnancy as a consequence of sexual intercourse.
- Family Planning: The practice of controlling the number of children in a family and the intervals between their births.
- Reproductive Health: A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being in all matters relating to the reproductive system.
- Sex Education: Education about human sexual anatomy, sexual reproduction, sexual intercourse, reproductive health, emotional relations, reproductive rights and responsibilities, abstinence, contraception, and other aspects of human sexual behavior.
Birth Control Methods in Africa
Birth control in Africa encompasses a variety of methods. These include barrier methods such as condoms, hormonal methods like birth control pills, intrauterine devices (IUDs), sterilization procedures, and traditional methods such as rhythm method and withdrawal method.
Challenges and Issues
Despite the availability of various birth control methods, there are numerous challenges to their use in Africa. These include cultural and religious beliefs, lack of access to healthcare services, lack of education and awareness about birth control, and gender inequality.
Progress and Initiatives
Various initiatives have been undertaken to promote the use of birth control in Africa. These include programs by international organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), as well as local government initiatives.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Birth control in Africa
- Wikipedia's article - Birth control in Africa
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