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Tobacco use falls in pregnant, lactating Indian women

September 16, 2023

COVID-19 severity and mortality rates prompted many tobacco users in India to quit, says a survey by the National Family Health Survey of India Tobacco use...

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Lack of data is denial of rights of persons with disabilities

June 27, 2023

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Without a clear understanding of the actual number and specific needs of people with disabilities, the effective enforcement of the policies remains a...

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Why are millions of Chinese and Indian women forced to undergo unsafe abortions?

July 26, 2019

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The numbers tell a stark tale of poverty, stigmatisation and patriarchy. Unsafe abortions are a leading cause of maternal mortality across China and India. The...