Number of visits to male-focused services, by type of service Number of visits to male-focused services, by type of service Definition: The number of “visits“ refers to each occasion on which an individual seeks assistance from a given health facility (or male-focused service within a larger facility). The number of visits will be the same or greater than the number of persons using the service (reflecting some repeat visits to the service). Data Requirement(s): Number of visits, by type of visit Data Source(s): Program service statistics Purpose: The indicator reflects the volume of service provided to men for reproductive health problems, as well as the nature of the problems treated. It is useful in justifying the continuation of this type of service if demand remains high. Also, it allows program managers to adjust staffing patterns based on the services most in demand. An alternative indicator is the number of individuals seeking information and/or services. This indicator raises the question of possible repeat visitors, which is not an issue with “number of visits.” Issue(s): This indicator represents a minimum of information needed to track male use of reproductive health facilities. Any studies determining client satisfaction with the services will further enhance the monitoring process. Keywords: male engagement Filed under: Family Planning, FP, FP/RH, Indicators, male engagement, men’s health, Reproductive Health, RH
