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45 Degrees And Rising: The Hidden Toll Of Heat On Pregnancy And Newborn Health In India
India is no stranger to scorching records. In recent years, multiple regions have ranked among the hottest on the planet, and 2026 has already brought intense heatwaves.
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World Malaria Day 2026: Prevention And Treatment Of Malaria During Pregnancy
Malaria in pregnancy can seriously harm both the mother and the unborn baby, especially if the infection is not treated early.
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Here's Why Optimal Protein Intake Is Essential During Pregnancy
Protein is one of the most important macronutrients during pregnancy. It plays a critical role in building and repairing tissues and in the development of organs and muscles in the fetus.
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Certain Prenatal Medications Can Increase The Risk Of Autism, Finds New Study
The researchers focused on a class of medications called sterol biosynthesis-inhibiting medications, or SBIMs, which are often used to treat conditions like high cholesterol, certain infections, and some respiratory problems.
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Deepika Padukone Pregnant With Second Child At 40: How Late Pregnancy Affects Maternal Health
While many mothers have safe and healthy advanced age pregnancies, the body's natural changes with age can make pregnancy more challenging.
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DNA Changes Seen In Exclusively Breastfed Children, Study Finds
An analysis of blood samples has found that children who were exclusively breastfed for at least the first three months carry epigenetic markers such as chemical changes in the DNA when compared to those not breastfed.
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POSHAN Abhiyaan Brings 14 Lakh Anganwadi Centres Under Digital Monitoring Network
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Use of digital tools such as the Poshan Tracker Application now enables near real‑time monitoring of over 14 lakh Anganwadi Centres and nearly 9 crore beneficiaries under the mission, the government said on Tuesday.
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Obesity Before Pregnancy Could Raise Your Child's Fatty Liver Risk, New Study Finds
Obesity before pregnancy, in both mothers and fathers, significantly increases the risk of fatty liver disease in their adult offspring.
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What Pregnant Women Should Eat To Improve Maternal And Foetal Health
Many women feel confused about what to eat or how much to eat. The goal is not to follow a strict or complicated diet, but to make simple, consistent choices that provide enough energy, vitamins, and minerals to both the mother and baby.
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Does Maternal Anaemia Affect Foetal Neurodevelopment? Doctor Answers
Anaemia is defined as a decrease in the oxygen carrying capacity of blood, usually due to a decrease in haemoglobin concentration. In pregnancy, it is defined as a haemoglobin of less than 11 gm/dl.
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45 Degrees And Rising: The Hidden Toll Of Heat On Pregnancy And Newborn Health In India
India is no stranger to scorching records. In recent years, multiple regions have ranked among the hottest on the planet, and 2026 has already brought intense heatwaves.
-
World Malaria Day 2026: Prevention And Treatment Of Malaria During Pregnancy
Malaria in pregnancy can seriously harm both the mother and the unborn baby, especially if the infection is not treated early.
-
Here's Why Optimal Protein Intake Is Essential During Pregnancy
Protein is one of the most important macronutrients during pregnancy. It plays a critical role in building and repairing tissues and in the development of organs and muscles in the fetus.
-
Certain Prenatal Medications Can Increase The Risk Of Autism, Finds New Study
The researchers focused on a class of medications called sterol biosynthesis-inhibiting medications, or SBIMs, which are often used to treat conditions like high cholesterol, certain infections, and some respiratory problems.
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Deepika Padukone Pregnant With Second Child At 40: How Late Pregnancy Affects Maternal Health
While many mothers have safe and healthy advanced age pregnancies, the body's natural changes with age can make pregnancy more challenging.
-
DNA Changes Seen In Exclusively Breastfed Children, Study Finds
An analysis of blood samples has found that children who were exclusively breastfed for at least the first three months carry epigenetic markers such as chemical changes in the DNA when compared to those not breastfed.
-
POSHAN Abhiyaan Brings 14 Lakh Anganwadi Centres Under Digital Monitoring Network
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Use of digital tools such as the Poshan Tracker Application now enables near real‑time monitoring of over 14 lakh Anganwadi Centres and nearly 9 crore beneficiaries under the mission, the government said on Tuesday.
-
Obesity Before Pregnancy Could Raise Your Child's Fatty Liver Risk, New Study Finds
Obesity before pregnancy, in both mothers and fathers, significantly increases the risk of fatty liver disease in their adult offspring.
-
What Pregnant Women Should Eat To Improve Maternal And Foetal Health
Many women feel confused about what to eat or how much to eat. The goal is not to follow a strict or complicated diet, but to make simple, consistent choices that provide enough energy, vitamins, and minerals to both the mother and baby.
-
Does Maternal Anaemia Affect Foetal Neurodevelopment? Doctor Answers
Anaemia is defined as a decrease in the oxygen carrying capacity of blood, usually due to a decrease in haemoglobin concentration. In pregnancy, it is defined as a haemoglobin of less than 11 gm/dl.
