Jammu, June 17 -- Full Immunisation at 89.4%; Exclusive Breastfeeding Falls to 59.2%
Jammu Tawi, Jun 16: Jammu and Kashmir has recorded notable progress in child healthcare, with improvements in immunisation coverage, postnatal care, and a reduction in childhood illnesses and malnutrition, according to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) 2023-24.
The survey, however, raises concerns over a decline in exclusive breastfeeding practices and inadequate nutrition among young children.
Data from NFHS-6 show that postnatal care services have improved significantly in the Union Territory. Around 88.2 per cent of mothers received postnatal care from a doctor, nurse, midwife, or other health professional within two days of delivery, up from...