Can something as simple as clean water and sanitation decide whether a mother survives childbirth?
In this powerful episode of Gyan Pravah, Dr. Surekha Tayade shares firsthand insights from IIPHG into how WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) standards, or the lack of them - can directly impact infection rates, maternal outcomes, and the quality of care in labor rooms across India.
She explains how small changes like access to clean toilets, sterilization protocols, and staff hygiene can make a life-or-death difference for mothers and newborns, especially in resource-limited settings.
🎧 If you care about maternal health, hospital safety, or frontline healthcare systems, this episode delivers practical strategies, moving stories, and real solutions that can’t be ignored.