Sexual and reproductive health policy aims to enhance srh status of adolescents in kenya and contribute towards realization of their full potential in national development. Sexual and reproductive health services are absent or of poor quality and. Reproductive health is a human right stated in international law. Unfpa focuses on improving the lives of adolescents and youth, and women and ensures the integration of human rights, gender equality and population dynamics. Sexual and reproductive health is an issue that concerns everyone. Based on this global political reaffirmation of the icpd agenda, reproductive rights are now considered a human right for all people, including universal access to reproductive health. The results of all studies conducted in turkey show that adolescents have insufficient knowledge about sexual reproductive health and their main sources of information are friends, parents and massmedia. Sexual and genderbased violence against ref ugee, returnee and. Sexual and reproductive health is an important part of our physical, emotional, mental, and. Various factors lead to risky sexual and reproductive health behavior, particularly among those unmarried youths. The policy intends to bring adolescent sexual and reproductive health and rights issues into the countrys mainstream health and development agenda. Reproductive health services cover a wide range of programme areas. Sexual and reproductive health world health organization. The policy sets out to respond to the countrys prevailing reproductive health situation so as to improve the standard of living and quality of life of zambians.
Reproductive health part 1 introduction to reproductive. Global reproductive health is an international, multidisciplinary journal published on behalf of the international federation of fertility societies iffs. Reproductive rights and sexual and reproductive health in the unfpa strategic plan 20082011. Pdf a global overview of sexual and reproductive health provides reasons for public health, development, and human rights concern. Reproductive health is a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, in all matters relating to the reproductive system and to its functions and processes. The sexual and reproductive health needs of very young. The work of the sexual and reproductive health srh programme in the who african is to strengthen the capacity of member states in the region for accelerated action to implement the reproductive and womens health strategies by supporting countries to develop guidelines, approaches and tools to ensure universal coverage of interventions through. Reproductive health definition of reproductive health by. The sexual and reproductive health of younger adolescents. Reproductive health library rhl newborn care series active management of the third stage of labour steps to overcome shoulder dystocia optimizing health worker roles for maternal and newborn health. This lecture note lecture note in reproductive health for health science students is prepared in accordance with the current curriculum, which we think will be of.
Agencies contracted with the oregon rh program are required to adhere to the quality standards set by the oregon rh program through oregon administrative rules. Reproductive health rh program the oregon reproductive health rh program contracts with agencies across oregon to provide highquality, clientcentered reproductive health services. Obstetrics and gynaecology for developing countries textbook 2nd edition ajrh is undertaking the task to publish a second edition of the book, comprising 70 chapters with modern trends and advancement in the practice of obstetrics and gynaecology adapted to the african context. Development nichd seeks to ensure that every individual is born healthy, is born wanted, and has the. You will find most cdc division of reproductive health drh publications are available within their respective topic. Reproductive health refers to the condition of male and female reproductive systems during all life stages. The reproductive health policy will therefore provide guidelines to different sectors involved in the implementation of reproductive health programmes. However, men also demand specific reproductive health needs and have particular responsibilities in terms of womens reproductive health because of their decisionmaking powers in some reproductive health matters.
Pdf adolescent sexual and reproductive health in nigeria. Maternal health focuses on the reproductive health of girls and women of reproductive age, namely ages 1544. Cbse class 12 reproductive health class 12 notes biology in pdf are available for free download in mycbseguide mobile app. Ovaries in females and testicles in males are reproductive organs, or gonads, that maintain health of their respective systems. Based on this global political reaffirmation of the icpd agenda, reproductive rights are now considered a human right for all people, including universal access to reproductive health throughout their life cycle.
Reproductive health is the state of physical, mental and social wellbeing, and not just the absence of disease or weakness in all matters relating to the reproductive system. A process evaluation of the reproductive health assessment rha toolkitfor conflictaffected women. Reproductive health national institute of environmental. A report of findings, recommendations, and next steps pdf icon pdf 760kb drh conducted a process evaluation in 2009 to examine if the toolkit provides necessary and useful tools to guide program staff in collecting reproductive health data that inform program planning in crisis settings. Click here to obtain permission for reproductive health in developing countries. Governments and communities can protect and pro mote srh. Many resources are available to read online or viewdownload in pdf format. Reproductive and sexual health american public health. Reproductive health of vulnerable adolescent girls is a top priority in global programs.
Reproductive health is consortium of universities for global. Translation and other rights for information on how to request permission to translate our work and for any other rights related query please click here. Introduction to reproductive health and environment. Adolescent sexual and reproductive health toolkit for humanitarian settings has. Religiosity and teen birth rate in the united states. The time when these issues start to affect young lives is at adolescence when young people are beginning to learn about their own sexuality and are having to make decisions about their sexual behaviour which may have lifelong.
Reproductive health access project we hope you are well. Advancing mens reproductive health in the united states. Reproductive health problems are the leading cause of womens ill health and mortality worldwide. Reproductive health includes sexual health, the purpose of which is the enhancement of life and personal relations. To exercise this right, populations caught up in conflict and living in emergency situations must have an enabling environment and access to complete reproductive. Reproductive health in emergencies, who translated the vision and early drafts into this comprehensive toolkit. This umbrella concept includes all phases of reproductive life including before, during and after pregnancy so that healthy women enjoy healthy pregnancies and deliver healthy babies for whom they feel prepared and competent to mother. Policy summary the national reproductive health policy was approved in 2010 by the federal government of nigeria, with the goal of ensuring availability and access to full sexual and reproductive health. Reproductive health affects the lives of women and men from conception to birth, through adolescence to old age, and includes the attainment and maintenance of good health as well as the prevention and treatment of ill health see box 2, page 6.
The journal includes sections dedicated to adolescent health, female fertility and midwifery and all articles are open access. National reproductive health policy 2010 summary of sections that most apply to reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health. But we need more progress on sexual and reproductive health to meet many of the millennium development goals mdgs, particularly those concerned with child and maternal health. Print and download 1page patient fact sheets in english or spanish on topics such as endometriosis, hysterectomy, menopause, the menstrual cycle, polycystic ovary syndrome pcos, and vaginal yeast infections. The evidence base for what adolescents know about their sexual and reproductive health together with evidence on the sexual and reproductive attitudes and behaviours of. The authors also acknowledge the efforts of a technical advisory group with over 20 members, including ribka amsalu. Reproductive health for the 21st century nichd nih. According to the united nations population fund unfpa, unmet needs for sexual and reproductive health deprive women of the right to make crucial choices about their own bodies and futures, affecting family welfare. Reproductive health is a universal concern, but is of special importance for women particularly during the reproductive years. Sexual and reproductive health srh is a significant. Reproductive health has a particular interest on the impact changes in reproductive health have globally, and therefore encourages submissions from researchers based in low and middleincome countries.
Why are sexual and reproductive health and rights important. The policy sets out to respond to the countrys prevailing reproductive health situation so as to improve the standard of. These systems are made of organs and hormoneproducing glands, including the pituitary gland in the brain. Reproductive health is not merely the absence of disease or disorders of the reproductive process, but rather it is a condition in which the reproductive process is accomplished in a state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing. According to the world health organization, reproductive and sexual ill health accounts for 20% of the global burden of ill health for women, and 14% for men. Reproductive health library rhl newborn care series active management of the third stage of labour steps to overcome shoulder dystocia optimizing health worker roles for maternal and newborn health and more. Reproductive health is a part of sexual and reproductive health and rights. Sexual and reproductive health is an essential element of good health and human development. The interrelation conference on population and development icpd program defined reproductive health as a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, but also imparting sound knowledge in all matters relating to the reproductive system and its function and process. Handbook for reproductive health reproductive health voucher schemes for sexual and reproductive health services ensuring sexual and reproductive health for people living with hiv training manual on reproductive health counselling facilitators guide delivering sexual and reproductive health services to young people vouchers for reproductive health care services in kenya and uganda kenya. Its aims are to further knowledge, foster innovation, support research and promote good clinical practice in the field of reproductive medicine within a. This includes your sexual health as well as your fertility. Reproductive health indicators world health organization. Reproductive health class 12 notes biology mycbseguide.
Sexual and reproductive health who regional office for. Reproductive health manual for trainers of community health workers viii table 1. National adolescent sexual and reproductive health policy. Alcohol consumption, drug abuse, high risk sexual behaviors, sexually. Reproductive health an overview sciencedirect topics. A report of findings, recommendations, and next steps pdf icon pdf 760kb drh conducted a process evaluation in 2009 to examine if the toolkit provides necessary and useful tools to guide program staff in collecting reproductive health data that inform program planning in crisis. During this time of uncertainty, it is more important than ever that we take care of ourselves and each other and center the health and wellbeing of our communities. Reproductive health and infant mortality rates, increased number of couples with small families, better detection and cure of stds and overall increased medical facilities for all sexrelated problems, etc. The interagency field manual on reproductive health in humanitarian. Communitybased reproductive health care through the ngo sector prevention and management of unplanned pregnancy antenatal care delivery care postpartum care care of the. Notes on introduction and concept of reproductive health. This patient fact sheet, ideal for health centers, doctors offices and school clinics, compares different birth control choices by efficacy, pros and cons, and side effects in an easy to read, colorful chart.