TED: Maternal and child health is a human right | Aparna Hegde

The transcript discusses a tragic case of maternal death due to systemic healthcare issues in India. It highlights the need for scalable solutions, such as using mobile technology to provide healthcare information and training. The NGO Arman was created to address these gaps, offering services like voice calls to empower women with critical health information. The programs have reached millions, showing significant impact and potential for expansion. The response to COVID-19 further emphasized the importance of robust primary healthcare systems.

What were the circumstances surrounding the death of the woman mentioned in the text?

How did the speaker feel about their role in the woman's death?

What systemic issues are highlighted in the text regarding maternal and child health in India?

What innovative solution did the speaker propose to address health care gaps?

What is the significance of information in empowering women according to the text?

What are the long-term goals of the speaker's organization in terms of maternal and child health?

How did the COVID-19 pandemic impact the services provided by the speaker's organization?