Study setting and period
Chekorsa
The study was conducted in two districts of Jimma Zone named, Dedo districts and Seka Chekorsa districts in Oromia region, Southwest Ethiopia. The districts have 36 Kebeles each with a total population of 237,844 in Dedo district and 296,440 in Seka Chekorsa district in 2013 E.C (Ethiopian calendar). Based on the 2013 E.C. report, there were 8486 and 9436 pregnant women in Dedo and Seka Chekorsa districts respectively. Dedo district has One hospital, eight health centers, and nine private clinics whereas Seka Chekorsa district has one public hospital, nine public health centers, and 16 private health facilities. All information was obtained from the zonal health bureau. The study was conducted from August 20 to 24/2022GC.