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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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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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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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Hypertension And Maternal Mortality: How Preeclampsia Puts Mothers At Risk
High blood pressure during pregnancy can lead to preeclampsia, a serious condition that raises risks of maternal death and foetal complications. Experts explain warning signs, risks, and why early detection is critical for safe pregnancies.
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Gestational Diabetes And Maternal Mortality: The Silent Threat To Expectant Mothers
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. Untreated or poorly managed GDM can lead to life-threatening conditions during pregnancy and delivery.
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1 In 5 Pregnant Women In Northeast India Vitamin B1 Deficient: See Signs, Risks, How To Treat
If your body doesn't have enough vitamin B1, it can lead to beriberi, a disease that causes weakness, swelling, and even heart failure. Pregnant women need more thiamine because their bodies work harder to nourish the growing baby.
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Exposure To High Temperatures Linked With Decline In Male Births: Study
Exposure to high temperatures during pregnancy is linked to a decline in male births in India and sub-Saharan Africa, according to new research.
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Higher-Dose Vitamin B12 In Pregnancy Improves Early Cognitive Development In Babies, Finds Study
Vitamin B12 deficiency is common in populations with limited animal source foods and has been linked to delayed infant neurodevelopment and adverse pregnancy outcomes, the study said.
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India Cuts Maternal Deaths Sharply, Nears Target On Maternal Mortality
India's maternal mortality ratio has dropped significantly, with new global data showing major long-term gains.
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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.
-
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.
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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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Hypertension And Maternal Mortality: How Preeclampsia Puts Mothers At Risk
High blood pressure during pregnancy can lead to preeclampsia, a serious condition that raises risks of maternal death and foetal complications. Experts explain warning signs, risks, and why early detection is critical for safe pregnancies.
-
Gestational Diabetes And Maternal Mortality: The Silent Threat To Expectant Mothers
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. Untreated or poorly managed GDM can lead to life-threatening conditions during pregnancy and delivery.
-
1 In 5 Pregnant Women In Northeast India Vitamin B1 Deficient: See Signs, Risks, How To Treat
If your body doesn't have enough vitamin B1, it can lead to beriberi, a disease that causes weakness, swelling, and even heart failure. Pregnant women need more thiamine because their bodies work harder to nourish the growing baby.
-
Exposure To High Temperatures Linked With Decline In Male Births: Study
Exposure to high temperatures during pregnancy is linked to a decline in male births in India and sub-Saharan Africa, according to new research.
-
Higher-Dose Vitamin B12 In Pregnancy Improves Early Cognitive Development In Babies, Finds Study
Vitamin B12 deficiency is common in populations with limited animal source foods and has been linked to delayed infant neurodevelopment and adverse pregnancy outcomes, the study said.
-
India Cuts Maternal Deaths Sharply, Nears Target On Maternal Mortality
India's maternal mortality ratio has dropped significantly, with new global data showing major long-term gains.
