Twins Boom: The Rise of Twin Births in Maharashtra's Beed District
The civil hospital in Maharashtra's Beed district has seen a significant increase in twin births, with 42 sets born in the past nine months. This surge is attributed to assisted reproductive technologies, family history, and maternal age. The facility is equipped to handle the increased demand with specialized care for premature newborns.
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The Beed district in Maharashtra has witnessed a remarkable rise in twin births at its civil hospital, a phenomenon that was once considered rare. In the last nine months, the facility has handled 42 sets of twins, a trend that has become a source of pride for the hospital and local community.
Factors contributing to this increase include assisted reproductive technologies like in-vitro fertilization, a positive family history, and a slight rise in maternal age, particularly among women over 30. The variety of deliveries, both caesarean and natural, have been expertly managed by the hospital's maternity ward staff.
Dr. L.R. Tandale, the resident medical officer, states that their Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is fully equipped to meet the demand brought by this baby boom. Special care is provided to protect these newborns from infections and ensure they receive proper breastfeeding, warmth, and nutrition during their critical initial days.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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