Publications

Hormonal contraceptives play a significant role in family planning and reproductive health. Understanding thepatterns of use, knowledge levels, and attitudes towards hormonal contraceptives among women of reproductiveage is crucial for effective healthcare provision and policy-making. This cross-sectional study was conducted atHoima Regional Referral Hospital to assess the utilization, knowledge, and attitudes regarding hormonalcontraceptives among women of reproductive age. A structured questionnaire was administered to a sample ofwomen attending the hospital's reproductive health clinic. The study revealed diverse patterns of hormonalcontraceptive use among the respondents, with variations in knowledge levels and attitudes towards these methods.Factors influencing utilization, knowledge, and attitudes were explored, including socio-demographiccharacteristics, educational background, and previous contraceptive experience. The findings underscore theimportance of tailored educational interventions and improved access to reproductive healthcare services to enhanceawareness and promote positive attitudes towards hormonal contraceptives among women of reproductive age. Suchinitiatives are vital for empowering women to make informed choices about their reproductive health and familyplanning needs.