By Paul Mwakajila – Art in Tanzania internship
As a nurse and midwife, the primary responsibility is to save lives, especially those of pregnant women. Despite the efforts of the government and health workers, the problems still exist.
Pregnant women often seek maternity leave, which can occur at home, on the way, and in a few service delivery areas due to being late.
There are many causes for this problem.
Fira St, the shortage of facilities and health care providers.
Traditional birth attendants (TBAs) have indeed done a great job of helping pregnant women give birth, especially in the years before the advent of advanced technology. However, the challenges faced by pregnant women are increasing, so you need not only experience but also knowledge and skills.
Early marriage: There are tribes and cultures in society that believe a girl should get married regardless of her age. Usually, a woman’s genitals (reproductive organs) need to be mature enough, at least at the age of 18 years, to allow pregnancy and childbirth to be safer. This culture has become a very thorn to many girls and has led to death and mourning in many families.
There are many causes of maternal death, as well as chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes, and hypertension. Poor infrastructure, inadequate education, and poor food intake during pregnancy, among other factors.
The solution depends on the causes. Despite the outstanding efforts of government and non-government organisations, there is still a significant need to build health facilities, employ healthcare providers, and educate the community about the best ways to access healthcare, the importance of attending clinics during pregnancy, and proper food intake during pregnancy, among other essential topics.
