Climate changes are the term used to describe the gradual rise in global temperatures, mostly accelerated by human activities. Climate changes are severe health emergency and considered the biggest threat to global health in the 21st century, which impacts on human health and the environment. Climate changes are a major global health concern that has become a top priority on the global health agenda
Extreme heat can overwhelm thermo-regulatory mechanisms in pregnant women, especially during labor, cause dehydration and endocrine dysfunction, and compromise placental function. Clinical sequel includes hypertensive disorders, gestational diabetes, preterm birth, and stillbirth
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
130
A structured educational program about climate change and its effects on pregnancy. The program consists of two educational sessions supported by PowerPoint presentations and an educational booklet to improve pregnant women's knowledge and preventive practices.
Climate Change Knowledge Score
Knowledge score measured using the Climate Change Knowledge Questionnaire among low-risk pregnant women. higher knowledge score indicate good knowledge
Time frame: 1 month after the educational program
Climate Change Attitude Score
Attitude score measured using the Climate Change attitude Questionnaire among low-risk pregnant women higher attitude score indicate positive attitude
Time frame: 1 month after educational program
Reported Prevented Practice Score
Reported Prevented Practice Score measured using the Climate Change Reported Prevented Practice Score Questionnaire among low-risk pregnant women higher score indicate adequate preventive practice
Time frame: 1 month after the educational program
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