With increasing alcohol consumption among women in developing
countries, this report assumes significance. Young working women in India
are taking to alcohol in large numbers and hence there is a risk of them
developing complications during pregnancy. This report reiterates past
observations on the subject and should act as additional warning.
Competing interests:
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Competing interests:
No competing interests
21 February 2005
Rajan TD
Consultant Skin & Sex Transm Diseases, Andheri 0091-22-56982747
Rapid Response:
Developing countries' women to note
With increasing alcohol consumption among women in developing
countries, this report assumes significance. Young working women in India
are taking to alcohol in large numbers and hence there is a risk of them
developing complications during pregnancy. This report reiterates past
observations on the subject and should act as additional warning.
Competing interests:
None declared
Competing interests: No competing interests