Some field days are special. This is an account of one such day. After a picturesque and a slightly nauseating ride, I finally reached our AMRIT Clinic in Ghated. It was a typical monsoon afternoon- dark clouds and gentle drizzle. There I was joined by our male health worker, Bheru ji and together we set … Continue reading Of Life and Lemons
MOVING BEYOND THE TABOOS
There is no doubt that India’s journey in the menstrual health space must be commemorated, especially in the backdrop of the institutional lead provided by the Supreme Court. In April 2023, the Supreme Court recommended the implementation of a ‘uniform national policy’ to provide free sanitary pads to all girls from grades 6 to 12, … Continue reading MOVING BEYOND THE TABOOS
Socialising At Clinics: How ‘Beemari’ And ‘Dawai’ Became My Go-To Conversation Starters
Socialising At Clinics: How ‘Beemari’ And ‘Dawai’ Became My Go-To Conversation Starters “Aap beemar ho? Kya hua?” “Aapka ilaaj kabse chaalu hua? Dawai lene ke baad thoda aaram mila?” “Aap kahaan se aaye? Kitna door hai clinic se? Paidal aaye kya?” “Aap theek se khana kha rahe ho? Din mein kitni baar khaate ho?” The … Continue reading Socialising At Clinics: How ‘Beemari’ And ‘Dawai’ Became My Go-To Conversation Starters