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June 18, 2026Advances in Public HealthOpen Access

Modeling Drivers of Maternal Healthcare Services Utilization in Kilosa District, Tanzania: Evidence From Multivariate Probit Analysis

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MKMichael KadigiJRJohn R. Ritte

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Randomized trial examines factors affecting maternal healthcare access in Tanzania, suggesting implications for intervention strategies.

Key Points

  • The study aims to identify the factors influencing maternal healthcare services utilization among women in Kilosa District, Tanzania.
  • Employed a multivariate probit model to analyze data from 384 mothers.
  • Utilized a mixed-methods design with multistage sampling and structured questionnaires.
  • Conducted descriptive statistics and probit regression analyses.
  • Married women are significantly more likely to attend at least four antenatal and postnatal visits compared to unmarried women.
  • Proximity to health facilities and higher household wealth are associated with increased likelihood of healthcare visits.
  • Media exposure positively impacts maternal healthcare-seeking behavior with p < 0.05 significance.

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Kadigi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a338cf6630953a74978e1c0https://doi.org/10.1155/adph/4049604
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