A new hotline is cutting maternal mortality rates in a corner of India where they had remained stubbornly high. “We can’t build clinics in all the villages, but the helpline ensures we get expectant mothers to the nearest one as quickly as possible,” says the charity’s Ashok Tiwari, adding government officials hope to extend it to other parts of the state. Read more>
Archive for the 'Families' Category
Helpline delivers hope for India’s expectant mothers
May 23, 2007Mom’s movement grows in U.S.
May 13, 2007A “motherhood” agenda is gaining strength around six main issues, including family leave, flex time, health insurance, child care, fair wages and children’s activities. Read more>
Egypt slashes child and maternal mortality rates
May 10, 2007Through a multi-year effort involving training, education, and funding, Egypt has cut child and maternal mortality rates significantly, according to a recent UN report. Between 1990 and 2005, child mortality rates declined by 68%. Maternal mortality rates have declined almost 60% due to improvements in pre- and post-natal healthcare, better funding for healthcare facilities, and targeted healthcare training for women.
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Child mortality rates improve
May 8, 2007Simple steps – such as promoting family-planning, using mosquito nets, and providing vitamin A supplements – have dramatically improved the chances that a child will survive in countries like Bangladesh, Nepal, and Malawi.
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4-year-old calls 911 for mommy, gets puppy as reward
May 8, 2007A boy whose mom became unconsious in their home in Alaska knew to dial 911. He described his house to dispatchers who sent an ambulance to the house – now mom is fine.
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First gay marriage in Africa unites two game wardens
May 8, 2007The two men were both married in South Africa in December. South Africa is the first country in Africa to legalize same-sex marriages. (Note: this isn’t brand-new news)
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Stay-at-home moms’ work valued at $138,095 per year
May 4, 2007Not sure if this is really good news - the typical mother works 92 hours a week.
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