PUBLIC CARE

May 05 2026HEALTH

C‑Sections in Mumbai’s Slums: Why the Numbers Keep Rising

In many parts of Mumbai, a large portion of births happen in informal housing areas where resources are scarce. A recent study looked closely at how often women there are delivered by Caesarean section (C‑section) and why this practice is becoming so common. The researchers used a mix of surveys, in

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