Summary measures of inequalities in facility delivery services utilization among reproductive-aged women: Evidence from the 2022 Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey
Analytical cross-sectional study reveals stark inequalities in facility delivery in Tanzania, indicating economic and educational factors significantly impact access.
Key Points
Facility delivery coverage among reproductive-aged women in Tanzania is at 84.6%, showing significant disparity across different demographics.
Economic status is a major factor, with the richest women having a 31.1 percentage point higher facility delivery rate compared to the poorest.
Education correlates with facility delivery rates, with over 83% coverage in women with secondary or higher education compared to lower rates in less educated groups.
Urban areas report higher facility delivery coverage (94%) compared to rural areas (78%), highlighting the need for targeted interventions in underserved regions.