Tag: #PregnancyCare

Six Stillbirths Per 1,000 Deliveries in India, Highest in Northern States: Study

Stillbirths were higher in regions with greater public health facility deliveries and among women from lower-income groups, study found. New...

UTIs Can Lead to Serious Complications, Especially During Pregnancy; Dr. Rupinder Murjani

UTIs can escalate into serious health issues, especially during pregnancy. Understanding the causes, scientific evidence, and the increased risk during pregnancy is key to prevention, early diagnosis, and appropriate treatment.

RSV Vaccine for Pregnant Women Reduces Baby Hospitalisations by 72%

Vaccinating pregnant women against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has led to a dramatic reduction in newborn hospitalisations for serious...

13% of Children Born Prematurely, 17% with Low Birth Weight: India’s Health Survey

Climate conditions, such as rainfall and temperature, were found to have a great risk of preterm and low birth...

Essential Vaccinations During Monsoon for Pregnant Women, Children & Newborns

As the monsoon season arrives, the risk of infections rises significantly due to high humidity, stagnant water, and the...

WHO Issues First Global Guidelines for Managing Sickle Cell Disease in Pregnancy

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its first global guideline on managing sickle cell disease (SCD) during pregnancy,...

Daily Antibiotic May Reduce Preterm Births Among Pregnant Women, Study Finds

A groundbreaking clinical trial in Zimbabwe has found that a safe, inexpensive, and widely available antibiotic may help reduce...

Miracle Baby at 48: Navigating a High-Risk Pregnancy with Grit and Care

In January 2024, a 48-year-old woman walked into my clinic, 16 weeks pregnant with her first child. After years...

New Research to Examine Use of Cervical Stitch in Preventing Premature Births in England

A major new study will explore how the cervical stitch—a common procedure to prevent premature births and pregnancy loss—is...

Anemia During Pregnancy Linked to Higher Risk of Heart Defects in Newborns

Treating anemia during pregnancy could significantly lower the risk of congenital heart defects in newborns, according to a new...

IMA Urges Haryana Govt to Reconsider Mandatory Registration for Ultrasound

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has urged the Haryana government to reconsider its directive requiring pregnant women to register...

World Oral Health Day: Poor Oral Health During Pregnancy May Cause Preterm Birth

If you think there is no connection between your teeth and heart, think again! Everything that enters your body...
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