reportStrengthened Research on Healthcare in Laos (Reports)
Introduction to Our Activities
Laos: Preliminary Study for Research on Maternal and Child Health
Pilot Study for Research on Maternal and Child Health in Laos
Dates: August 11 ~ August 16, 2014
Location: Vientiane and Sepone District in Savannakhet Province in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Description: A preliminary study for research on maternal and child health was conducted in Savannakhet Province, Laos. Discussions were held with researchers in Laos about the criterion to be used in this study while comparing the social and cultural backdrop behind childbirth in Laos. Actual visits were also made to four villages in Sepone District to conduct questionnaires.