Mapping the journey: enhancing abortion care in Uganda’s health systems
March 6, 2026
Published in Frontiers in Reproductive Health
This study looks at the experiences of 440 women who received abortion care at 13 Ipas Africa Alliance-supported public health facilities in nine districts of Uganda. It identifies factors associated with high levels of client satisfaction and examines how satisfaction levels influenced the uptake of abortion and postabortion contraception services.
Main takeaway – Positive engagement with providers was strongly associated with higher satisfaction levels and increases the likelihood that clients will return for future services and recommend the facility to others. Respectful, supportive interactions between providers and clients are an essential step toward delivering high-quality, equitable, and respectful abortion care in Uganda’s health system.
Continued: https://www.ipas.org/news/uganda-abortioncare-research/