Rare blood types, twice-a-year HIV prevention, and rising maternal health risks | Ep 04

In this edition of The Health Wrap by The Hindu, hosts Zubeda Hamid and Dr. N. Ramkrishnan unpack the week’s biggest health developments—from the discovery of a new blood group named ‘Gwada negative’, to a twice-a-year HIV prevention shot approved by the U.S. FDA. The episode also covers India’s maternal and newborn health challenges, including heat-linked pregnancy risks and the generational impact of domestic violence. Plus, explore advances in cancer, brain and spine care, cataract awareness, and new genomic tools for outbreak detection. Tune in for the expert take and a roundup of key explainers you shouldn’t miss.Updated - September 15, 2026 06:06 pm IST