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April 7, 2025 By GOQii Leave a Comment

Building a Healthier Future: Why Maternal and Infant Health Must Be a Global Priority

When a mother embraces her infant for the first time, it is the most profound moment and a delight that every woman should be able to feel. The mother and her baby should have the opportunity to flourish rather than just survive. Strong families and resilient communities are built on the foundation of maternal and infant health. In India and other parts of the world, protecting mothers’ and infants’ health is not only a medical concern but also a fundamental human right.

It’s time to consider the tragic fact that far too many mothers and infants continue to perish from preventable causes as we commemorate World Health Day today on April 7th, 2025.

The Stark Numbers We Cannot Ignore

As per the World Health Organisation (WHO), pregnancy and delivery problems claim the lives of about 300,000 women annually. In the first month of life, more than 2 million babies pass away, and another 2 million are stillborn. That is around one avoidable death every seven seconds.

The stories of a lady with hope and a child whose destiny was never given a chance lie behind each of these figures.

Though awareness has grown and medical technology has advanced, improvement has been too slow. Four out of five nations will fall short of their 2030 maternal survival improvement goals if present trends continue.

One in three nations will not meet their targets for lowering the number of neonatal fatalities.

India’s Progress and Remaining Challenges

India has made noteworthy progress in improving maternal health as per a UNICEF India programme. The programme report suggests that the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) declined from 130 per 100,000 live births in 2014–16 to 97 in 2018–20, reflecting stronger healthcare systems, better antenatal care, and dedicated policy interventions.

Yet, significant challenges remain. There are persistent disparities in access to healthcare and nutrition, particularly across rural and marginalized communities. Many maternal deaths are still due to preventable causes such as severe bleeding, infections, and complications during delivery that can be managed with timely and appropriate care.

Helping Every Woman and Baby Survive and Thrive

This is an important—and completely doable—task. We can easily solve the problems.

We must make sure that every woman and her family receive respectful, high-quality care before, during, and after childbirth. This entails treating mental health, noncommunicable diseases, and family planning access in addition to direct obstetric difficulties.

Listening to Women, Supporting Families

A dedication to listening to women must be at the core of this movement. Their opinions are much too frequently ignored when choices about their health and welfare are being made. To raise new lives in secure, healthy settings, families also require financial, emotional, and physical support.

Health systems need to change to become more people-centred and responsive. We must make investments in maternity and neonatal care that enhance quality of life while lowering mortality.

This World Health Day, we join the global movement to:

  • Raise awareness about the gaps in maternal and newborn survival—and the urgent need to close them.
  • Advocate for investments that prioritise the health and long-term well-being of women and babies.
  • Encourage collective action, supporting both families and health workers who provide critical care under challenging conditions.
  • Provide vital information about pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period, empowering individuals to make informed health choices.

Maternal and infant deaths are not inevitable—they are preventable. With the right care, policies, and support systems, we can change the story for millions of women and children around the world.

On this World Health Day, let’s commit to building a world where every birth is safe, every life is valued, and every mother and baby has the opportunity to thrive.

#BeTheForce

January 28, 2025 By GOQii Leave a Comment

8 Simple Ways to Keep the Environment and Yourself Healthy

World Environment DayImagine that you’ve just started out on your journey towards a healthier lifestyle. You go out for a jog. A few minutes away from home, you have to run through garbage and breathe in polluted air that goes above the recommended AQI. In the bargain of trying to get healthy and active, your body has gotten a little more damaged because of an unhealthy environment.

Unhealthy Environment! Does that ring a bell? A whooping 9 out of 10 people on Earth breathe highly polluted air and more than 80% of urban dwellers across the world have to endure outdoor pollution that exceeds health standards as per the World Health Organization’s World Global Ambient Air Quality database.

This essentially means that even if you lead a healthy lifestyle by eating the right foods, exercising and getting the required amount of rest, you can still fall prey to illnesses and disease based on the environment you’re living in. This scenario is especially worse in a country like India where pollution levels are at an all-time high!

So how exactly can you keep yourself healthy while helping the environment? The answer lies in taking small steps towards sustainable development. Here are a few things you can do!

1. Take a Walk Anywhere! 

Definitely the best exercise known to mankind! Walking helps you shed weight, improves your health and is great for the environment! Why take a vehicle to a walk able distance? You’ll be saving fuel as well as your health! You can even up the pace by jogging or running.

2. Cycle Your Way to Good Health

To cover distances that are too far to walk, there’s nothing like cycling! You’ll be amazed at the amount of fuel you will be saving by riding your bicycle to work. As a plus point, it is a great way to stay in shape and improve your aerobic fitness. If you haven’t yet, try this amazing environmentally friendly mode of transport now!

3. Opt For a Reusable Water Bottle

Bottled water is never a good idea. Given the fact that the chemicals in plastic bottles are not good for your health or the environment. What you drink in a few minutes, lingers in the environment for a thousand years. Instead, opt for an environmentally-friendly reusable stainless-steel bottle. Avoid contributing to the piling loads of plastic bottles and disposable tea/coffee cups.

4. Shower Less

If you love water as much as we do and want your future generations to enjoy the same, cut down on your shower time! While contemplating existential queries for an hour under a warm shower seems like a good idea, you’re wasting an important resource that might get scarce soon! Preserve for the future!

5. Give it Back! Plant a Tree

In your backyard or as a part of a community, you can plant a tree (or several) as a family project. Plants and trees keep you cool and are your natural source of oxygen! It is especially important to do so in a city where pollution levels only keep rising. Having greens around you is never a bad thing.

6. Grow Your Own Food

Do you frequent the supermarket for your food? Well, how about growing your own? Having a small vegetable garden of your own can be quite fruitful! For instance, the vegetables you grow will be fresh, tasty and pesticide/insecticide free. Also, imagine the long hours of exercise you’ll be putting in to grow them! You can also explore micro-greens as an option!

7. Take The Stairs

Give your butt and legs a great workout while saving on power used to run escalators and elevators! Taking the stairs is a great way to get in shape and reduce power usage!

8. Organize a Clean Up Drive

Karma has always been an important part of GOQii and there’s no better way to give back to nature all the good things it provides than cleaning it up! While out on a walk or run in your park or locality, keep a grocery bag handy and pick the mess you find along the way. You’ll be a lot fitter and will feel more productive.

To add to it, your park or locality will be a lot cleaner thanks to your efforts. You can take this a step ahead and organize a clean-up drive at a nearby beach, park or community.

Every small step towards a greener, cleaner and healthier future helps! As Captain Planet once said, “Reduce. Reuse. Recycle! The power is yours!”

#BeTheForce

March 14, 2024 By GOQii Leave a Comment

Empowering Lives on World Kidney Day: A Global Call for Equitable Kidney Care

Priya and Maya, two sisters deeply connected by laughter and shared experiences, lived together in the bustling suburbs of Mumbai. Priya was battling kidney failure, her life entwined with the rhythm of dialysis machines. Despite her fading hope, she hoped for a transplant to restore her vitality.

Maya, observing her sister’s suffering, decided to offer her kidney if she was a match. This act of courage led them through anxious days of tests until they received the news: Maya was a compatible donor.

The surgery that followed was a testament to their bond, as Maya’s kidney was successfully transplanted into Priya. The sisters recovered, their lives enriched by this profound act of love and sacrifice. They returned to their daily routines, their bond now encompassing the shared beat of a single kidney.

Their story, resounding with the spirit of World Kidney Day 2024, illuminates the transformative power of organ donation—a gift that transcends the physical to touch the essence of human connection.

March 14, 2024, marks a significant milestone as the world unites under the banner of World Kidney Day. This year’s theme, “Kidney Health for All – Advancing Equitable Access to Care and Optimal Medication Practice,” champions a universal crusade against disparities in kidney care. It’s a clarion call for collective action, aiming to bridge the gap and ensure comprehensive access to preventative measures and treatments for kidney disease, irrespective of geographical or socio-economic barriers.

The Unsung Heroes: Our Kidneys

Our kidneys, the vigilant custodians of our health, perform crucial roles that extend far beyond waste elimination. These remarkable organs regulate blood pressure, produce vital hormones, and maintain our body’s electrolyte balance. World Kidney Day 2024 serves as a reminder of our kidneys’ indispensable role in our well-being, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding these vital organs through proactive health practices and education.

Bridging the Healthcare Divide: A Journey Towards Kidney Health for All

In India, a nation marked by its rich tapestry of cultures and histories, the challenge of kidney health emerges as a critical concern. The “Kidney Health for All” campaign illuminates the stark disparities that punctuate the landscape of kidney care in the country. Despite the strides made in medical technology and treatment methods, a significant portion of India’s population confronts kidney diseases from the shadows, encumbered by the lack of access to essential diagnostics, treatments, and the financial resources necessary for managing their conditions.

Access and Education

In the quest for optimal kidney health management, the role of appropriate medication cannot be overstated. Medications are pivotal in decelerating the progression of kidney diseases and enhancing the quality of life for those affected. However, in India, the path to optimal medication practice is fraught with obstacles—chief among them being the disparities in access and education. There is a pressing need for improvements in prescription practices and patient education, emphasizing the imperative of policies that bolster medication affordability and accessibility for all citizens.

World Kidney Day 2024 serves as a beacon, highlighting the urgent requirement for a comprehensive approach that addresses these disparities head-on. It advocates for an inclusive healthcare system where every individual, regardless of their socio-economic status or geographical location, has access to the screenings, treatments, and support essential in combating kidney disease.

A Unified Effort for Kidney Health in India

The call for awareness, education, and advocacy grows louder on World Kidney Day 2020. It is a clarion call here to the healthcare professionals, policymakers, patients, and the public—to unite in a shared mission to champion kidney health equity. This is an opportune moment to enrich our collective understanding of the challenges besetting kidney health in India and to actively participate in the global movement advocating for equitable kidney care.

From policy advocacy aimed at eliminating barriers to kidney care to supporting research that pioneers new treatment modalities, every action contributes to sculpting a future where kidney health is prioritized, and equitable care is a reality for everyone. It underscores the collective responsibility we hold to foster an environment where the advancements in kidney health are accessible to all, bridging the healthcare divide that has long affected the Indian populace.

As we mark World Kidney Day 2024, let us rally together to advance kidney health for all in India. Inspired by the global theme, our focus remains steadfast on ensuring that every Indian has access to the care and knowledge needed to combat kidney disease. In embracing the pillars of awareness, education, and advocacy, we pave the way for a future where disparities in kidney care are a thing of the past, and optimal kidney health is within the reach of every individual across the nation.

Inspired by stories like Priya and Maya’s, we are reminded of the life-altering impact of organ donation and the collective responsibility to advance kidney health globally. Let us stand together to champion kidney health for all, fostering a world where health equity is not just an aspiration but a reality.

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