This study explores reasons for withdrawal use that is highly prevalent in Iran. A face-to-face
semi-structured survey questionnaire was designed and 79 married women aged 15–49 …

Results The mean (SD) age at menarche and menopause was 13 (1.2) and 49.6 (4.5) years
respectively. While pills were the most commonly used modern methods at the initiation of …

Objective Values and preferences of end users are critical considerations for any health
guidelines. We sought to examine the literature about values and preferences for …

ABSTRACT Purpose Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is the primary cardiovascular risk factor,
making it a global issue. Our objective was to assess the association between the age at …

From 1989 to 2014, Iran was known as a country with a successful family planning
programme, and has experienced a sharp decline in fertility over recent decades. This led to …

Methods: Structured questionnaire consisting of socio-demographic characteristics,
knowledge, beliefs and attitudes related to contraception methods. Results: The use of …

Introduction: In response to rapid fertility reduction over the recent decades in Iran,
pronatalist policies was introduced in 2014 and significant changes has occurred in the …

Thyroid dysfunction is a common endocrine disorder among reproductive-aged women, the
groups of women who most commonly use effective hormonal contraceptives (HCs) for both …

Lamenting on the regrettable outcomes will surely not improve healthcare for women
worldwide who need it despite their respective countries' economies and social …

Background: Unintended pregnancy is a global public health problem that has adverse
health, economic, and social consequences for families and societies. This study aimed to …