The odds of seeking care for diarrhea are lower for non-working mothers versus working mothers. The likelihood of seeking care for diarrhea or ARI is higher for literate fathers compared to those with no education. Religion and types of family structure are also significant factors of seeking care for diarrhea episodes, but not for ARI. CONCLUSIONS: The findings call for more coordinated efforts to ensure equitable access to health care services focusing on mothers living in deprived household environment. Strengthening partnerships with public facilities, private health care practitioners, and community-based organizations in rural areas would help further improve access to the services.

Source: Ethiopian News July 08, 2021 11:26 UTC