Preliminary results of the implementation of the WHO programme on safe motherhood in Eastern Kazakhstan

Background Since 2008 Kazakhstan implements the WHO program on safe motherhood and child health with the activities related to safe pregnancy, family planning and safe abortion services, introduction of youth friendly clinics, support, promotion of breastfeeding, and integrated management of childhood diseases. Objectives To assess the current status of selected routines recommended by the WHO in the maternity clinics in Eastern Kazakhstan. Methods This cross-sectional study was performed in the …