Expecting mothers, beware! A diet rich in fats may up your risk of breast cancer
A study has warned that a fat-rich diet during pregnancy can out you at a risk of breast cancer over generations.
Jul 04, 2017, 15:55 PM IST
Mothers-to-be, take note! Taking vitamin D supplements may shield your baby from asthma
Given the evidence for strong immune responses in early life being associated with decreased development of asthma, the team believe the effect will likely lead to improved respiratory health in childhood.
May 27, 2017, 17:22 PM IST
Maternal health: Postpartum bleeding may be prevented with this low-cost drug!
The trial published in the recent issue of the journal Lancet, involved a randomized, placebo-controlled trial in 193 hospitals worldwide.
Apr 30, 2017, 11:16 AM IST
President gives green light to Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act 2017; women to get 26 weeks maternity leave
The entitlement of 26 weeks paid leave under the law is only for first two children.
Mar 29, 2017, 19:49 PM IST
Why India needs more male health workers -- to tackle maternal-health crisis
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Mar 24, 2017, 15:23 PM IST
Mother's folic acid levels linked to blood pressure in children
The study showed that mothers with cardiometabolic risk factors - including hypertensive disorders, diabetes and pre-pregnancy obesity - were more likely to have children with higher systolic blood pressure.
Mar 09, 2017, 12:32 PM IST
Maternal mortality rates decline worldwide except US
The United States performs worse than any other developed nation when it comes to maternal death, according to State of the World's Mothers 2015, the most recent comprehensive report compiled by Save the Children, a 90-year old global organization advocating for kids' needs.
Mar 07, 2017, 11:13 AM IST
A maternal death occurs every five minutes during child birth: WHO
Postpartum bleeding or postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is defined as loss of more than 500 ml or 1,000 ml of blood within first 24 hours of child birth.
Jun 12, 2016, 23:49 PM IST
International Women's Day: Top 6 health issues every woman must know!
Here are five major health issues affecting women and that need to be tackled.
Mar 08, 2016, 03:49 AM IST
