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Maternal health services in Abu Dhabi need cultural adaptation. Key factors include women's status, beliefs, health knowledge, and language barriers impacting infant health and chronic disease prevention.

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  • Maternal and Child Health
  • Sociology of Health

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  • Rapid development in Abu Dhabi correlates with increased chronic disease.
  • Early life events significantly influence chronic disease susceptibility.
  • Maternal and infant health are critical public health policy areas.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore Emirati women's perspectives on maternal health services.
  • To identify cultural factors influencing maternal and infant health in Abu Dhabi.
  • To inform culturally appropriate health strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study involving seven key informant interviews with Emirati women in healthcare roles.
  • Semi-structured interviews focused on cultural responsiveness, breastfeeding, health education, and physical activity.
  • Thematic content analysis of interview responses.

Main Results:

  • Key themes identified: women's status, cultural beliefs/practices, limited health knowledge, and language barriers.
  • Communication gaps between healthcare providers and women were highlighted.
  • Media and advertising influences on health and physical activity participation were noted.

Conclusions:

  • Culturally sensitive approaches are essential for effective maternal health strategies.
  • Addressing non-medical determinants of health alongside biomedical factors is crucial.
  • Future research should focus on communication, media influence, and promoting physical activity.