Addressing Health Concerns: Hysterectomies in Maharashtra's Beed District Under Scrutiny
Over 200 hysterectomy surgeries were performed in Maharashtra's Beed district, raising concerns about economic pressure on female sugarcane workers. The state affirms strict medical supervision and has launched health initiatives to address reproductive health and awareness. Women's helplines and one-stop centers continue to assist women across India.
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Over 200 women in Beed district, Maharashtra, have undergone hysterectomy surgeries since 2022, sparking debate on their necessity among female sugarcane workers.
The government attributes these procedures to medical needs and assures that each is conducted only after thorough assessment.
Awareness campaigns and support systems aim to address health concerns and empower women economically and socially.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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