The
Detailed Analysis on FRHS Surveys is based on data from two nationally representative
sample surveys –the Population Changes and Fertility Survey (PCFS) undertaken
in 1991 and the Fertility and Reproductive Health Survey (FRHS) conducted in
1997. Both surveys were conducted by the Department
of Population of the Ministry of Immigration and Population, Myanmar. Those
surveys were conducted to a high standard and the resulting reports, published
in 1996 and 1999, provided a wealth of information on the prevailing demographic
and reproductive health situation in Myanmar.
However,
there remained the potential for further analysis on some topics, in particular
on: households ; nuptiality; fertility preference; contraception for “spacers”
and “limiters” and the related unmet need. Accordingly, detailed
analysis was undertaken with further support from UNFPA and with an international
consultant being funded by the David and Lucile Packard Foundation (through
the Population Council).
The
results are both interesting and informative. Detailed analysis not only adds
important information to the national data base but also assists health managers
in determining priorities for reproductive health interventions in the more
needy areas.
The
detailed analysis has been undertaken entirely by the national staff of the
Department of Population, Ministry of Immigration and Population, with technical
assistance from the international consultant. Personnel from the Ministry of
Health and from other RH-related national organizations, Population Council
and UNFPA contributed to the interpretation of the results at a workshop organized
by the Department of Population.
To
have produced research papers which will contribute in formulating social, economic,
health and educational plans of the State
To
have studied the population and development conditions of the State
To
have gained knowledge on the conditions of the RH aspects in respective states
and divisions to enable formulation and implementation of necessary regional
programmes
To
have gained experience while working in collaboration with international technical
advisors/professionals.
UNFPA
:
Seminar
in 2000 on detailed analysis of RH studies
Analysis report will be published in 2001
The
topics include in the detailed analysis
Introduction
Household
size, composition and characteristics
Nuptiality
transition
Fertility
preference
Contraceptive
among spacers and limiters
Unmet
need for contraception
Discussion
and recommendations
