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Female mortality

Sir, — Sex determination tests, and preference for sons result in the selective termination of pregnancy. Mortality is high among female infants. Studies have proved that there is an excess of unexplained female deaths even in easily treatable cases. The Governments should improve access to health care for girls.

Dr. S.K. Rajan,
Chennai

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