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Self-injectable medicine could revolutionise contraceptive access and use

Self-injectable medicine. [iStockphoto]

In Kenya, access to family planning and contraception remains critical, with many women facing barriers to accessing quality reproductive health services.

These include geographical barriers, particularly in rural and remote areas, posing significant challenges for women seeking services due to distance to the nearest health facility and financial constraints.

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