Follow up reproductive health needs assessment for evaluation of a CBD program in Maramba Division, Muheza District

Abstract

This is the report of a follow up household survey conducted in 8 villages of Maramba Division, Muheza District 1.5 years after starting a CBD program. The main findings are The contraceptive prevalence for modern methods was 33 % compared to 24% in 1999. Among clients of oral contraceptives compliance to pill use can be estimated to be about 77%. Delivery indicators show that the rate of professionally assisted deliveries decreased from 55% in 1999 to only 33% in 2001. Knowledge on how to prevent STDs has improved. More women mention the use of condoms 16% (against 10% in 99) and having only one sexual partner 43% (against 27% in 99).