Research on the impact of climate change on reproductive health in the context of sustainable development

¹ Medical Academy of Kabardino-Balkarian State University named after H.M. Berbekov, Nalchik, Russia
² Kadyrov Chechen State University, Grozny, Russia
³ Kabardino-Balkarian State University, Nalchik, Russia

^* Corresponding author: madina.kardanova@icloud.com

Abstract

Reproductive health and family planning play pivotal roles in sustainable development by addressing various socio-economic and environmental challenges. This abstract explores the intersection of reproductive health and family planning with sustainable development goals. Access to reproductive health services, including family planning, contributes to achieving sustainable development by empowering individuals, particularly women, to make informed choices about their reproductive lives. By enabling individuals to plan the timing and spacing of pregnancies, family planning promotes maternal and child health, reduces maternal mortality, and fosters healthier families. Furthermore, family planning has broader implications for sustainable development beyond health outcomes. It facilitates poverty reduction by empowering women to pursue education and employment opportunities, leading to increased household income and economic stability. Moreover, smaller family sizes resulting from effective family planning contribute to environmental sustainability by mitigating population pressure on natural resources and ecosystems. However, barriers to reproductive health services and family planning persist, particularly in marginalized communities and low-income countries. Addressing these barriers requires a multi-sectoral approach that integrates reproductive health into broader development agendas, ensures access to comprehensive reproductive health services, and promotes gender equality and women's rights.