In Lesotho, more men are training as midwives
In Lesotho, a growing number of men are choosing to train as midwives. Their presence is helping provide care in rural clinics facing staff shortages and reduce perinatal mortality.
In Lesotho, more and more men are training to become midwives. This shift comes amid staff shortages in the country’s rural clinics.
According to available information, these professionals are helping reduce perinatal mortality. Their integration into healthcare facilities is strengthening support during pregnancy and childbirth in areas where human resources remain insufficient.
Additional support for rural clinics
Rural health facilities in Lesotho are facing staffing challenges. Training more men as midwives provides support for these facilities and helps ensure continuity of care for mothers and newborns.
A perinatal health issue
The presence of male midwives is presented as a contribution to reducing perinatal mortality. It forms part of the response to healthcare needs in rural clinics, where understaffing remains a major issue.
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