Exploring the benefits, facilitators and barriers to male involvement in sexual and reproductive health: a qualitative study of nurses’ and midwives’ perspectives in Ghana - Takeaways - MDSpire

Exploring the benefits, facilitators and barriers to male involvement in sexual and reproductive health: a qualitative study of nurses’ and midwives’ perspectives in Ghana

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  • Evelyn Asamoah Ampofo

  • Caroline Dinam Badzi

  • Berit Mortensen

  • July 13, 2026

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    The study explores nurses' and midwives' perspectives on male involvement in sexual and reproductive health in Ghana.

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    Findings indicate that male involvement can lead to improved health outcomes for women through emotional and logistical support.

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    Barriers to male participation include cultural norms, societal expectations, and inadequate knowledge about reproductive health.

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    Participants expressed a strong desire to promote male involvement despite the identified challenges.

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    The study highlights the need for comprehensive education and community engagement to reshape attitudes towards male involvement.

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Exploring the benefits, facilitators and barriers to male involvement in sexual and reproductive health: a qualitative study of nurses’ and midwives’ perspectives in Ghana

  • by Evelyn Asamoah Ampofo, Caroline Dinam Badzi, Berit Mortensen

  • July 13, 2026

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