A recent study in India has found that women working in extreme weather conditions may be at twice the risk of experiencing miscarriage or stillbirth. The Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research undertook a study with 800 pregnant women in Tamil Nadu. The findings indicated higher rates of miscarriage, stillbirth, or premature birth, as well as low birth weight among women employed in hot environments such as agriculture.
This research emphasizes the need for global protocols to address this issue. Presently, there are no international directives or norms on how pregnant women in various professions should manage high-temperature work conditions. Hopefully, this study from India, along with forthcoming research, will offer guidance in addressing this concern.
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Its always the weak and vulnerable who suffer the negative effects of climate change. Lets act now.
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This is concerning and something should be done to protect them
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Pregnant women working in extreme heat in India face twice the risk of miscarriage or stillbirth. This highlights a severe occupational health hazard, demanding urgent international regulations to protect vulnerable workers. This should not be happening in the 21st century
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something should be done ASAP to help them
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@annett_michuki Agreed. The pregnant women and their children are at risk as well as their entire families. The basic family deserves to be protected and India should do better under Narendra's stewardship.
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This information is concerning and it calls for emergency response from stakeholders involved to protect our mothers.
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@joseph_githinji We have to protect them or there won't be an us in the future. All life is sacred and it is bred by our mothers and it is imperative for us to show our affection by at least ensuring they survive climate change.
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This is a serious occupational health concern that requires immediate attention. Employers must prioritize the implementation of robust safety measures and accommodations to protect the well-being of this vulnerable group of workers.
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@walter_lungayi it is saddening to see pregnant women suffer when there is stakeholders who can set regulations to protect their wellbeing.
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This study is alarming.
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i think the best way is to ensure every person is informed about the issues to do with climate crisis
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This is worrying! This emphasizes the urgent need to address this issue before it gets out of hand.
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@gorffly_mokua true , there is need for a quick response to allianate this issue.