Qualitative application of the diffusion of innovation theory to maternity waiting homes in rural Zambia

Qualitative application of the diffusion of innovation theory to maternity waiting homes in rural Zambia

Abstract Background Understanding factors affecting adoption of an innovation is critical to its long-term success. Maternity waiting homes (MWHs) increase access to facility-based delivery in low-resourced settings; yet, quality issues deter utilization of this innovative approach. We sought to und...

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Main Authors: Jeanette L. Kaiser, Rachel M. Fiorillo, Taryn Vian, Thandiwe Ngoma, Kayla J. Kuhfeldt, Michelle L. Munro-Kramer, Davidson H. Hamer, Misheck Bwalya, Viviane R. Sakanga, Jody R. Lori, Eden Ahmed Mdluli, Peter C. Rockers, Godfrey Biemba, Nancy A. Scott
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-02-01
Series:Implementation Science Communications
Subjects:
Facility delivery
Obstetric care
Pregnancy and childbirth
Maternal health
Health system strengthening
Sub-Saharan Africa
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s43058-025-00696-y
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