Maternal alcohol consumption during pregnancy and associated factors among pregnant women in Tanzania: evidence from the 2022 Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey

The study reveals a notable prevalence of alcohol consumption during pregnancy in Tanzania. Key demographic factors influencing alcohol use include maternal age, marital status, and prominent regional disparities, notably lower rates in Zanzibar compared to the western zone. These findings highlight the necessity for targeted public health initiatives to educate pregnant women. This was a cross-sectional survey, which limited the causal relationship among the observed factors.