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Evaluate the impact of community-based maternal and child health clubs on birth registration rates.

March 14, 2026Open Access

Community-Based Maternal and Child Health Clubs' Impact on Birth Registration in Northern Ghana: A Six-Month Evaluation

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Evaluate the impact of community-based maternal and child health clubs on birth registration rates.
Utilized a mixed-methods approach combining quantitative surveys and qualitative focus group discussions
Compared birth registration rates between CMCHC clusters and control areas
Analyzed data using logit model with confidence intervals for uncertainty assessment.
Increased birth registration rates by 20% in CMCHC clusters compared to control areas
Findings indicate positive impacts of CMCHCs on birth registration practices
Suggests potential for long-term sustainability and effectiveness with further research.

Abstract

Community-based maternal and child health clubs (CMCHCs) are established in many parts of northern Ghana to promote maternal and child health. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including quantitative surveys and qualitative focus group discussions (FGDs) among participants from CMCHC clusters in northern Ghana. During the study period, there was an increase of 20% in birth registration rates within the CMCHC clusters compared to control areas without such clubs. The findings suggest that CMCHCs have a positive impact on improving birth registration practices. Further research should be conducted to assess long-term effects and explore additional interventions for enhanced effectiveness. Treatment effect was estimated with logit (pᵢ) =₀+^ Xᵢ, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.

Community-Based Maternal and Child Health Clubs' Impact on Birth Registration in Northern Ghana: A Six-Month Evaluation

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