You are watching Special “marker pen’ to make pregnancy safer Season 1 Episode 25
Eclampsia is a major cause of maternal death in the developing world but it can be prevented if detected early.
Jhpiego, a US health organisation has developed a “marker pen” to be able to test for this condition even in the most remote communities.
Dr Harshad Sanghvi, medical director of Jhpiego, explains how this pen and other products can help to save mothers and babies lives.
- On site 21 January 2012
- Air date 21 January 2012
- Produced for BBC World
TV Series — The Health Show
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