Socioeconomic factors influencing voluntary acceptance of medical circumcision
Keywords:
Social, Economic, Socioeconomic, Influencing, Voluntary, Acceptance, Medical CircumcisionAbstract
The purpose of this study was to determine the socioeconomic factors influencing voluntary acceptance of medical circumcision. This research method used a literature review using the PubMed database and the Google Scholar search engine. Eight articles were extracted. Social and economic factors impact access to quality medical circumcision, limit economic activity, and reduce sustainability. Economic factors contribute to meeting the primary and secondary needs of families, which is a consideration for respondents when seeking health care. While the community has good knowledge about circumcision, the decision to circumcise children is still closely linked to religious and cultural beliefs. Some communities are reluctant to circumcise their children because it is not a religious or cultural obligation, even though it is highly beneficial for health. Therefore, the role of health workers is to encourage and continuously educate the community about the medical benefits of circumcision, without coercion. As health workers, one of their roles is as educators, and this function must continue.
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