Punjab's Aam Aadmi Clinics bring pregnancy care closer to home, serving over 150,000 women with free tests and consultations. Discover how this initiative is improving maternal health.
A private hospital in Trichy faces temporary suspension after an inquiry into five maternal deaths since 2021 revealed severe lapses in care and infrastructure. Read the shocking details.
In a rare medical feat, Jodhpur doctors performed a high-risk surgery on a pregnant woman, removing a massive 6.3kg uterine fibroid. Both mother and baby are now healthy. Read this incredible story of medical expertise.
Punjab mandates digital groups in all districts for faster maternal & child health referrals. Aim: reduce high maternal mortality ratio from 90 to below 72 by 2026.
Closure of 10 GBA maternity hospitals in Bengaluru for renovation leaves thousands struggling for affordable maternal care. Low-income families face high private costs.
Trichy reports 834 teenage pregnancies between April-Nov 2025, nearing 1000 cases. Experts blame child marriage and lack of awareness. Learn about the health risks and calls for action.
A 37-year-old woman in Haryana gives birth to her 11th child, a son, after ten daughters. The high-risk delivery in Jind renews discussions on maternal health and son preference in India.
Karnataka's plan to downgrade 200+ Community Health Centres by removing specialists has unsettled rural healthcare. Learn about the rationalisation policy, its impact on maternal care, and why doctors are protesting.
Karnataka's health department is rationalising MCH specialists across CHCs to reduce maternal mortality. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao explains the plan and upcoming modifications. Read more.
A landmark 30-year Pune study reveals gestational diabetes is a lifelong metabolic risk starting in childhood, not a temporary pregnancy condition. Learn how malnutrition passes risk across generations.
India's historic Women's World Cup win highlights a hidden struggle: inadequate nutrition from grassroots up. Experts reveal protein deficits, poor awareness & economic hurdles holding back future champions.
NFHS-5 data reveals 52.2% of pregnant women in India suffer from anaemia, driving maternal mortality and preterm births. Learn about the root causes and new IV iron solutions.
A 30-year-old woman in Pune allegedly strangled her daughter with severe health issues before ending her own life. The Warje police have registered a murder case. Read the full story.
A pregnant woman's death in remote Gadchiroli village sparks controversy. Administration denies ambulance failure, urges reliance on govt health services. Read the full investigation.
Karnataka health dept to introduce labour analgesia like epidurals in govt hospitals to reduce high C-section rates. Aim is to lower maternal mortality by encouraging natural births. Read more.
A 24-year-old pregnant woman in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli died after walking 6km through forest due to lack of medical facilities. Her baby also died. Read about the healthcare crisis in remote villages.
Punjab's protocol-driven antenatal care model at Aam Aadmi Clinics has provided free ultrasound tests to over 10,000 women in four months, aiming to reduce high maternal mortality.
A pregnant woman from a remote Gadchiroli village walked 6 km in labour to reach a health centre, only to die after delivery. This tragedy highlights the critical gaps in rural healthcare infrastructure.
Punjab government expands ante-natal services at Aam Aadmi Clinics, offering free scans & tests. Over 10,000 women benefited. Read how this initiative tackles maternal health gaps.
Are potatoes unhealthy? Nutrition expert Aman Puri debunks myths about carbs, diabetes, and weight gain. Discover healthy ways to include them in your diet.
Rajasthan health department orders trained nurses to be posted in labour rooms for 3 years to cut maternal & newborn deaths. New cadre for critical care announced.
Erode collector mandates cardiologists for maternal ECHO scans after a death audit, sparking IMA's protest over delays and costs. Read the full controversy.
Despite decades of effort, anemia remains a critical health issue in India, affecting 67.1% of children and 59.1% of adolescent girls. A multi-layered strategy focusing on awareness, screening, and better supplementation is vital for a healthier future.
Punjab government disburses over Rs 26 crore to 69,110 new & expecting mothers via DBT to improve maternal health & reduce mortality. Scheme offers tiered financial support.
A new analysis warns that finasteride, a common hair loss drug, can transfer to infants via breastfeeding or skin contact, posing potential risks. Learn about the study's findings and crucial safety recommendations for mothers.
Andhra Pradesh's Kilkari programme uses IVRS calls to provide vital health advice to 2.5 lakh pregnant women yearly, aiming to slash maternal and infant mortality rates. Learn how this initiative is transforming maternal care.
RBI's state statistics handbook reveals rising social sector spends mask declining budget shares & hidden disparities. Experts demand better data for real progress. Read more.
India reports over 80% drop in malaria, 21% fall in TB, and significant reductions in maternal & child mortality. Health Minister Nadda credits institutional strength and public participation for the success. Read the full report.
Rajasthan unveils a bold health vision to raise life expectancy from 69.4 to 84 years by 2047. The plan targets maternal & infant mortality, cuts medical costs, and expands infrastructure. Read the full strategy.
Dr BR Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences, Mohali, launches a novel music therapy program in labour rooms to reduce anxiety and improve emotional well-being during childbirth. Learn about this innovative approach.