This indicator measures the proportion of live births attended by qualified medical professionals, specifically doctors, in the designated time frame. It captures data from the most recent year within multi-indicator cluster surveys (MICS) or the last three years as reflected in demographic and health surveys (DHS). By focusing on births assisted by doctors, the indicator highlights the quality of maternal healthcare and accessibility to skilled birth attendants, essential for reducing maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. A low percentage may signal potential barriers to healthcare access, systemic issues within health services, or a public health crisis, warranting further investigation and targeted interventions to enhance maternal care standards and outcomes.
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