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Heat exposure during pregnancy linked to adverse birth outcomes
Published Tuesday, August 4, 2026
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Key points are extracted by an AI model and may contain errors or omissions. Always check the original sources.- A nationwide analysis of data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) in India quantifies the link between prolonged exposure to extreme heat during pregnancy and adverse birth outcomes.
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- The Hindu
The Hindu emphasizes the importance of this study as the first population-scale evidence from India and highlights the need for India to prepare for increasing heat challenges due to global warming, particularly for marginalized pregnant women.
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