The World Health Day this year is focusing on the health of mothers and newborns, with a special emphasis on gestational diabetes among expectant mothers. In Telangana, approximately one in every six pregnant women is affected by diabetes during pregnancy, posing risks to both mothers and newborns. Dr. Rakesh Sahay, a professor of endocrinology, warns that gestational diabetes can persist even after childbirth for high-risk women. Factors such as obesity and an unhealthy lifestyle also increase the risk of gestational diabetes among pregnant women.
In response to the rising rates of gestational diabetes, Telangana has launched maternal morbidity clinics to provide ongoing care for women post-delivery. These clinics have revealed that about 14% of women experience complications beyond the standard 42-day follow-up period, with issues such as stress, urinary incontinence, and pelvic organ prolapse being reported. The clinics aim to address these postpartum complications to ensure the long-term health of both mothers and newborns.
Health commissioner RV Karnan highlights the importance of these clinics in providing necessary screenings and care to women beyond the traditional post-delivery period. Over 400,000 women have been evaluated in these clinics, with a focus on identifying and addressing any complications that may arise. By extending medical care beyond the standard 42 days, Telangana is taking significant steps towards ensuring the health and well-being of mothers and newborns in the state.
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