The Impact of Public Health Education on Reducing Maternal Mortality among Mothers Attending AMURT Health Facilities in Ebonyi State

The study aimed to assess the impact of public health education on reducing maternal mortality among mothers attending in AMURT-assisted health facility in Ebonyi State. The study adopted a survey method using a structured questionnaire covering the causes of maternal mortality and the impact of public health education on improving the maternal health practices of mothers. A total of 1733 participated in the study. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS. Regarding the factors contributing to maternal mortality, the findings indicated that 28.72% of women cited limited access to healthcare services, while 24.06% identified lack of prenatal and postnatal care as significant issues. Cultural and societal factors were highlighted by 18.85% of respondents. Additionally, poverty or financial constraints were noted by 7.10% as primary contributors to maternal mortality in the state. The study found that 51.32% of participants reported an improvement in maternal health practices due to AMURT's education programs. AMURT's public health education initiatives play a crucial role in enhancing maternal health awareness and influencing healthcare-seeking behavior among mothers in Ebonyi State. Effective educational content that is relevant and actionable is essential for achieving significant behavioral changes.