Kerala doctor approaches High Court again to regulate home births
The Hindu·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
A Kerala doctor has approached the High Court seeking regulations for home births. Kerala recorded fourteen home births in January, resulting in three newborn deaths. A 37-year-old woman died from sepsis and multi-organ failure two months after delivering at home in Chavakkad. Her infant also died days after birth. The petition seeks judicial intervention on this public health matter.
Key Entities
KeralaHigh CourtChavakkadThrissur Medical CollegeHome birthsSepsisMulti-organ failure