A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY ON UTILISATION OF MATERNAL HEALTH CARE SERVICES IN THE RURAL AREA OF KANCHIPURAM DISTRICT, TAMILNADU

Abstract

Background:

The present study was carried out to know the  factors associated with the utilization of maternal health services.

Objectives:

To study the utilisation of Maternal health care services in the rural area of Kanchipuram district, Tamil Nadu

Methodology:

The study was among 303 mothers in Padappai, Kanchipuram, The data regarding the utilisation were obtained using a pre -tested, semi-structured questionnaire.

Result:

In this study the antenatal care among the study participants was significantly associated with age of the study participants, education, occupation and socio-economic status  of the study participants.

Conclusion:

Strengthening of awareness regarding the maternal health care services and its importance of reducing the maternal mortality and morbidity is still required in rural area of Tamil Nadu.