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September 27, 2025Open Access

Women, Work, and Wellbeing: Health Risks and Policy Implications for Embroidery Artisans in India’s Informal Sector

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ASAnkit ShethRBRakesh BalachandarNKNikhil Kulkarni

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Overview

Cross-sectional study highlights health challenges among women artisans in the informal sector, suggesting urgent policy interventions.

Key Points

  • Women embroidery workers in Kutch-Bhuj suffer from high rates of health issues, including anaemia and musculoskeletal complaints.
  • Nearly 60% experience eye-related symptoms, highlighting urgent needs for workplace improvements and health services.
  • The informal nature of their work increases their vulnerability to occupational hazards without proper safety measures.
  • Integrating occupational health services with primary care could greatly benefit this disadvantaged workforce.

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Sheth et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d7b3ddeebfec0fc523679fhttps://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-7414898/v1
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