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International Women’s day 2023 on 8th March, is being celebrated with the theme “DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality”. Women today are in the forefront of all the major sectors of the Indian economy. But, when it comes to handling multiple chores involving personal and professional life, health issues take a side step and
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1 in 4 people including children are projected to have hearing difficulties by 2050. Yes, you read it right. In India, there are approximately 5-6 infants and children with hearing issues which may increase in huge numbers in the coming years. This may be due to developmental issues during foetal growth (when the baby is
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