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Women four times more likely to have C-sections in private hospitals of India; Sharp uptick reported in C-section deliveries between 2016 and 2021

Women four times more likely to have C-sections in private hospitals in India; Sharp uptick reported in C-section deliveries between 2016 and 2021

During the study, the researchers collated and analysed data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) conducted in 2015–2016 and…

April 1, 2024 12:55 IST

FE Mental Health Series | ‘I lost my very close friend to Postpartum Depression; her death still haunts me’

The WHO also maintains that suicide is an important cause of death among pregnant and postpartum women. Although psychosis is…

March 31, 2024 12:47 IST

D2C Brand Revaa focusing on women’s health and hygiene launched today; To venture into offline space soon

Revaa’s product line includes three distinct ranges: Menstrual Magic: Featuring reusable and disposable sanitary pads, panty liners, and period panties,…

March 18, 2024 20:35 IST

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COVID-19 impact: 1 in 10 pregnant infection survivors at risk of long term symptoms

The study suggests women struggling with obesity, depression, anxiety, and financial difficulties, were at higher risk.

February 14, 2024 10:14 IST

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Alert: Women with PCOS face higher suicide attempt risks, warns study

PCOS affects around one in 10 UK women which is now associated with a higher risk of suicide attempts, according…

February 6, 2024 15:55 IST

The impact of stress on pregnancy: Strategies for maintaining emotional well-being

Many mothers have found mindfulness to be a powerful tool in promoting emotional well-being while pregnant.

January 19, 2024 13:00 IST

Organon, Merck, women's health, postpartum hemorrhage, women's health news, healthcare news,

FE Exclusive | We will be launching JADA System to combat postpartum hemorrhage in India later this year: Andreas Daugaard, MD, SEA Cluster at Organon

Despite the many strides that have been made in enabling access women’s healthcare needs, limited access to information, tools, resources,…

January 17, 2024 13:02 IST

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Dr. Reddy’s acquires MenoLabs to address symptoms of perimenopause and menopause among women

MenoLabs portfolio of products is sold in the United States, primarily through the brand’s own and other e-commerce marketplaces including…

January 3, 2024 16:03 IST

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This anxiety drug can cause miscarriage if taken during pregnancy; Read on to know more

Benzodiazepines, colloquially called “benzos”, are a class of depressant drugs that are prescribed to treat conditions such as anxiety disorders,…

December 29, 2023 14:16 IST

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Akums launches extended-release tablets for severe morning sickness

This combination aims to offer an effective tool to manage symptoms of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, ensuring better outcomes…

December 28, 2023 09:00 IST

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More than a third of women experience long-term health problems after childbirth

The physiological changes of pregnancy affect multiple maternal organ systems and can also increase the propensity for long-term complications to…

December 7, 2023 11:50 IST

Abortion, Abortion in India, Medical termination of pregnancy, safe abortion, healthcare news, women's health,

Abortion seekers in India battle social stigma, poor medical facilities despite its legal status

A 2019 study published in the British medical journal BMJ Global Health unveiled that approximately two-thirds of abortions in India…

October 18, 2023 12:06 IST

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Pregnancy termination case: Supreme Court demands report from AIIMS medical board on condition of foetus

Under the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, the upper limit for the termination of pregnancy is 24 weeks for…

October 13, 2023 14:02 IST

The conversation around sexual wellness is gradually steering from safe sex to sexual pleasure.

For Indians, sexual health is not more than ‘pillow talk’

Sexual health involves wide-ranging issues including sexual orientation and gender identity, sexual expression, relationships, and pleasure.

October 11, 2023 11:14 IST

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Building gender-inclusive climate resilient programs through empowered SRHR integration

Both SRHR and climate justice are rooted in principles of equity and equality at their core, both issues fall within…

October 11, 2023 08:00 IST

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The Significance of Pregnancy Test Kits: Empowering Women’s Reproductive Health

One of the most significant breakthroughs in early pregnancy detection came with the development of home pregnancy tests.

August 29, 2023 07:00 IST

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Menstrual health issues continue to be a prevalent concern for women in North East

56% of women from North East suffer from or have suffered from menstrual health issues and 42% of the women…

July 13, 2023 08:00 IST

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Women and girls bear brunt of water and sanitation crisis, reveals new UNICEF-WHO report

According to the report, globally, 1.8 billion people live in households without water supplies on the premises.

July 7, 2023 08:00 IST

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