FACTORS INFLUENCING ANTENATAL CARE UTILIZATION AMONG WOMEN OF CHILDBEARING AGE ATTENDING SHEIKH KHALIFA ISYAKA RABIU PEDIATRIC HOSPITAL, KANO STATE.
Abstract
This study investigated factors influencing antenatal care (ANC) utilization among women of childbearing age attending Sheikh Khalifa Isyaka Rabi'u Pediatric Hospital, Kano, Nigeria. A descriptive cross-sectional survey design was employed, and data were collected using a structured questionnaire. The results showed that 95% of respondents had heard about ANC services, but only 14% attended ANC services five or more times. Husband/family support (37%) and availability of health workers (25%) were key factors influencing ANC attendance. The study concludes that ANC utilization is influenced by socio-demographic, cultural, and health system-related factors. Recommendations include intensifying health education campaigns, encouraging male involvement, and strengthening healthcare infrastructure to improve ANC service quality.
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