This indicator reflects the proportion of women who have experienced live births and received antenatal care from a qualified medical professional, specifically a doctor, during their pregnancies prior to the most recent birth. It encompasses data from women who gave birth within varied time frames depending on the survey—three years for the DHS surveys, one year for MICS2, and two years for MICS3. By focusing on the most qualified provider, this metric highlights the accessibility and utilization of medical expertise in maternal health. Tracking this indicator provides valuable insights into the
quality of antenatal care services, the overall health system responsiveness, and can guide policy interventions aimed at improving maternal health outcomes and ensuring that women receive
necessary medical support during pregnancy.
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