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45.2 % Of Men In Karnataka Think Contraception Is Women's Concern: NFHS-5
According to survey by National Family Health Survey-5 in Karnataka, 45.2% of men feel contraception is a woman's issue. Men in the state feel that women who use contraception are more likely to become promiscuous. Experts argue that comprehensive sexual and reproductive health information and services should be made available. Poonam Muttreja, Executive Director of Population Foundation of India, said, "We must do more for the marginalized… read-more
Tags: Karnataka, contraception, Survey, National Family Health Survey, promiscuous
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Goa Tops List Of Woman Using Contraception In Western India
According to the NFHS Study, Goa has topped the list of states were women use modern contraceptive methods in western India with 68%. The report also included Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Gujarat, Daman and Diu and Maharashtra. Reportedly, the modern contraceptive measures include sterilisations, use of IUD, pills, among others. While the other states have witnessed considerable growth, Maharashtra has recorded a minuscule growth in comparison… read-more
Tags: Women, National Family Health Survey, Goa, Maharashtra , Gujarat
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Even After Ban, Bihar Tops Maharashtra In Alcohol Consumption
According to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) data, Bihar has surpassed Maharashtra in alcohol consumption. Interestingly, Alcohol sale and consumption have been banned in Bihar since 2016. As per reports, 15.5% males in Bihar above 15 years consume alcohol as compared to Maharashtra's 13.9%. However, consumption by women… read-more
Tags: National Family Health Survey, J&K, Gujarat, alcohol, Goa
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