IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEALTH AND PHARMACEUTICAL RESEARCH (IJHPR )

E-ISSN 2545-5737
P-ISSN 2695-2165
VOL. 10 NO. 5 2025
DOI: 10.56201/ijhpr.vol.10.no5.2025.pg18.26

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Impact of Premarital Screening on Reproductive Health of Pregnant Women Attending Primary Health Care Centers in Katagum Local Government Area, Bauchi State

Sagir Abdulkadir and, Ramlah Auwal Garba, Saad Abubakar Idris, Adamu Muhammad Sabo

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Abstract

This study investigated the impact of premarital screening on the reproductive health of pregnant women attending primary health care centre in Katagum Local Government Area, Bauchi State. A descriptive survey research design was employed, and data were collected from 284 respondents using a structured questionnaire. The objectives were to assess the knowledge and practice of premarital screening, examine its influence on reproductive health, and identify factors affecting its uptake. The findings revealed that many participants had limited knowledge of premarital screening, with significant differences in awareness based on educational level. The results showed a positive relationship between knowledge and the practice of premarital screening, suggesting that increased knowledge leads to better utilization of screening services. Cultural beliefs and social norms were found to hinder the acceptance and practice of premarital screening among the population. The study concludes that while awareness exists, gaps in knowledge and access to services persist, necessitating targeted educational programs and policy interventions. Recommendations include community sensitization, health education initiatives, and government policies to integrate premarital screening into routine health services. These efforts aim to improve reproductive health outcomes and reduce the incidence of genetic disorders among women in the study area.

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