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Public and Private Sector Approaches in Nigeria

Presentation at the Global Maternal Newborn Health Conference, October 19, 2015 Postpartum hemorrhage is the leading cause of maternal mortality in Nigeria accounting for a quarter of maternal deaths. In an effort to reduce this burden, the Nigerian…

An Innovative Approach in Ethiopia

Presentation at the Global Maternal Newborn Health Conference, October 19, 2015 Background: Maternal mortality in Ethiopia is one of the highest in the world and postpartum hemorrhage is a major cause of death. Misoprostol, an inexpensive tablet that is…

A Continuum of Care Model in Ghana

Presentation at the Global Maternal Newborn Health Conference, October 19, 2015 Background: Postpartum hemorrhage is the biggest cause of maternal mortality in Ghana, responsible for approximately one quarter of maternal deaths each year. One promising…

Managing Postpartum Hemorrhage

Course: Managing Postpartum Hemorrhage Source: Jhpiego Language: English Intended users: Midwives, nurses, physicians and other skilled birth attendants Overview: This module is created for frontline health workers who are able to provide the World…

Bleeding After Birth for Frontline Health Workers

Course: Bleeding After Birth for Frontline Health Workers Source: Jhpiego Language: English Intended users: Frontline health workers Overview: This module targets frontline health care workers whose legal scope of practice includes approval to care for…