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US Aid Cuts Halt Vital Maternal Mental Health Trial

1/7/2026

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  • The mental health care trial in India for pregnant and new mothers has been halted due to US foreign aid cuts initiated by the U.S. President Donald Trump.
  • The project aimed to address mental health issues often overlooked in maternal health programming, especially in low-income countries.
  • Preliminary research showed programs are limited and dependent on external funding, and the halted study aimed to integrate mental health into routine maternal care.