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Prevalence and determinants of anaemia among women of reproductive age in Aspirational Districts of India: an analysis of NFHS 4 and NFHS 5 data
BackgroundOver one-third of women worldwide suffer from anaemia. The prevalence of anaemia is particularly pronounced among women of reproductive age...
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Key drivers of hysterectomy among women of reproductive age in three states in India: comparative evidence from NFHS-4 and NFHS-5
PurposeAccording to the 4th and 5th rounds of National Family Health Survey (NFHS), there is high prevalence of hysterectomies in the three states of...
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Subnational estimates of life expectancy at birth in India: evidence from NFHS and SRS data
BackgroundMortality estimates at the subnational level are of urgent need in India for the formulation of policies and programmes at the district...
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Prevalence and determinants of multiple chronic conditions (MCC) among young adults in Indian households: an analysis of NFHS-5
BackgroundMultiple chronic conditions (MCC) are defined as the presence of two or more chronic conditions, that significantly impact health status,...
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Impact of COVID-19 on subnational variations in life expectancy and life disparity at birth in India: evidence from NFHS and SRS data
BackgroundMeasuring life expectancy and life disparity can assist in comprehending how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the mortality estimates in...
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Utilization and determinants of adequate quality antenatal care services in India: evidence from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) (2019-21)
BackgroundPregnancy-related complications and insufficiencies in antenatal care services are leading causes of maternal and infant morbidity and...
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Out-of-pocket expenditure and its correlates for institutional deliveries in private and public healthcare sectors in India: findings from NFHS 5
BackgroundIncreased coverage for institutional delivery (ID) is one of the essential factors for improved maternal and child health (MCH). Though, ID...
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A study on initiation of postpartum family planning in India based on NFHS-4: does urban poor differ significantly from rural?
ObjectiveTo explore the differentials of postpartum contraceptive adoption between rural and urban poor after adjusting for utilization of MCH...
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Understanding trimester-specific miscarriage risk in Indian women: insights from the calendar data of National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) 2019-21
BackgroundThe primary public health issue, especially in low- and middle-income countries, is early pregnancy loss driven by miscarriage....
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Out of pocket expenditure and distress financing on cesarean delivery in India: evidence from NFHS-5
BackgroundThough over three-fourths of all births receive medical attention in India, the rate of cesarean delivery (22%) is twice higher than the...
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Unpacking the burden of hypertension and diabetes in Karnataka: implications for policy and practice based on NFHS-5 findings
ObjectiveTo investigate the prevalence, risk factors, and healthcare-seeking patterns of hypertension and diabetes in Karnataka, India, and to offer...
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Transition in the ages at key reproductive events and its determinants in India: evidence from NFHS 1992-93 to 2019-21
IntroductionReproductive health events have changed fertility and family planning needs, depicting the changing life patterns of women and the...
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Demographic and socio-economic correlates of knowledge of the ovulatory cycle among tribal women in India: Evidence from the nationally representative survey (NFHS-5)
BackgroundThe knowledge of ovulatory cycle (KOC) is the basis for natural family planning methods. The absence of knowledge is a notable issue since...
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Contraception for married adolescents (15–19 years) in India: insights from the National Family Health Survey-4 (NFHS-4)
PurposeDespite the fact that marriage below the age of 18 years is illegal in India, a considerable number of females get married and start...
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Bio-demographical determinants of diabetes among women in reproductive age group (15–49) in India: Evidence from National Family Health Survey (NFHS) of India, 2019–2021
ObjectiveDiabetes is a non-communicable disease, and the prevalence of diabetes is higher in low and middle-income countries. In India, diabetes...
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Sterilization incentives and associated regret among ever married women in India, NFHS, 2015–16
ObjectiveSterilization is the only family planning method that involves relatively large amount compensation. So, the study attempts to examine the...
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Does women’s empowerment and their socioeconomic condition affect the uptake of breast cancer screening? Findings from NFHS-5, India
BackgroundScreening for breast cancer results in early diagnosis of the disease and improves survival. However, increasing participation of women in...
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Dynamics of caste and early childbearing in India: a perspective of three decades
BackgroundEarly childbearing disrupts girls’ otherwise healthy growth into adulthood and adversely affects their education, livelihood, and health....
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Gender-specific inequalities in coverage of Publicly Funded Health Insurance Schemes in Southern States of India: evidence from National Family Health Surveys
BackgroundPublicly Funded Health Insurance Schemes (PFHIS) are intended to play a role in achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). In countries...
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Key drivers of reversal of trend in childhood anaemia in India: evidence from Indian demographic and health surveys, 2016–21
AimRecent National Family Health Survey results portray striking improvements in most population and health indicators, including fertility, family...
