Background: Several misconceptions about the consequences of using contraceptive methods such as; fear of infertility, cancer and tumors, Negative myths and misconceptions about family planning (F.P.) are a barrier to modern contraceptive use. Myths and misconceptions about methods can spread through informal communication via social networks and lead to continued negative perceptions. Aim and objectives: The aim of this study is to explore myths and Misconceptions about contraception among women in Minia governorate .Subjects and methods: This is a Prospective cross-sectional study, was carried on Women in reproductive period from age 18ywars to 40 years, at Minia university hospital, family planning centers, Central & General Hospitals. Results: the results revealed that there was statistical significant difference between women misconception as regard pills and other methods of contraception. Conclusion: One need to understand the level of awareness and practices in the community before implementing the family planning program. There is a need to educate and motivate the couple along with improvement in family planning services to promote the contraceptive.
Ahmed, M., Amen, A. E., Ezz El-Din, A., & Ahmed, H. (2020). Myths and misconceptions about contraceptive methods among Egyptian women and care providers others. Minia Journal of Medical Research, 31(3), 124-129. doi: 10.21608/mjmr.2022.219928
MLA
Mohamed A. Ahmed; Abd El-Haleem E. Amen; Ahmed M. Ezz El-Din; Heba H. Ahmed. "Myths and misconceptions about contraceptive methods among Egyptian women and care providers others". Minia Journal of Medical Research, 31, 3, 2020, 124-129. doi: 10.21608/mjmr.2022.219928
HARVARD
Ahmed, M., Amen, A. E., Ezz El-Din, A., Ahmed, H. (2020). 'Myths and misconceptions about contraceptive methods among Egyptian women and care providers others', Minia Journal of Medical Research, 31(3), pp. 124-129. doi: 10.21608/mjmr.2022.219928
VANCOUVER
Ahmed, M., Amen, A. E., Ezz El-Din, A., Ahmed, H. Myths and misconceptions about contraceptive methods among Egyptian women and care providers others. Minia Journal of Medical Research, 2020; 31(3): 124-129. doi: 10.21608/mjmr.2022.219928