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Archaeologists have found that the openings of all jars stored in Israel over 350 years have the diameter of an average mans hand a tefach which has significant bearing in regards to tumah and tahara.

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A study carried out by three Israel archaeologists publicized this week found a fascinating common denominator among storage jars in Israel over a period of 350 years all the rims of the jars maintain the diameter of a mans hand atefach. The finding holds true despite drastic changes in the shapes and volumes of storage jars over the centuries.

The storage jars all had an inner-rim diameter of 8.85 to 8.97 centimeters, a measurement that corresponds to the width of an average mans hand. And according to the study, the size of an average mans hand hasnt changed in the past 3,000 years, citing 1980 data from the US Army, which found an average dimension of 8.670.48 centimeters when measuring male soldiers hands for the purpose of ordering gloves.

The study, which was published under the auspices of Hebrew University in Jerusalem, cited the two modern Rabbinical opinions of Rav Avraham Chaim Naeh and the Chazon Ish.

According to Rabbi Chaim Naeh, one tefach = 8 centimeters, whereas according to the Chazon Ish one tefach = 9.6 centimeters, the press release stated.The uniform opening of the ancient storage jars, which falls between 8.85-8.97 cm, falls squarely in between these two opinions and may shed light on the dimensions of the biblical tefach. [YWN editors note: The opinion of Rav Moshe Feinstein on the measurement of a tefach corresponds to squarely in between the opinion of Chazon Ish and Rav Chaim Naeh.]

The Hebrew University press release also addresses a possible connection between the tefach measure of the storage jars rims and the laws of tahara and tumah, which can be read below. The archeologists findings were published inBASOR, theBulletin of the American Schools of Oriental Research.

It was natural for the ancient potters to adopt the handbreadthtefachstandard. It was a unit of length that was widely used in ancient times, and is mentioned both in Assyrian and Egyptian sources and in the Torah, for instance:Numbers 25-25, Numbers 37-12, the researchers shared.

The team did 3-D scans of 307 Iron-Age jars found in Khirbet Qeiyafa (Judah Kingdom; early 10th century BC), hippo jars from northern Israel (Israelite Kingdom, 9th Century BCnicknamed for their large size and loop handles which resemble hippopotamuses) and royal Judah Kingdom storage jars (8-7th Century BC). The researchers observed large variations between the jarseven those from the same time period and geographic region. Only one measure remained constant: the averaged inner-rim diameter which always measured, with a standard deviation, between 8.85 and 8.97 centimeters.

The distribution of this diameter is statistically identical to the hands breadth of modern man. To gain data on the standard measure of a modern mans palm, the team tapped measurements taken by the USA Army when ordering gloves for their soldiers, the mean value being 8.670.48 cm, which is consistent with the measurements taken from the ancient jars. Though human heights and weights have changed over time due to improved diet and health, previous research has shown that palm dimensions have not changed much over the last 3,000 years.

As to why the inner rim remained consistent while the overall shape of the jar varied so much, our Israeli group of researchers has several theories. It was a natural choice for ancient potters to use their palms as the standard diameter for jar openingsit was easy to implement when working on the wheel: the potter could simply use her/his palm as a tool. Further, storage jars were multiuse items, which meant their openings had to be large enough to allow for cleaning between uses and this involves fitting your hand into the jar.

However, there is another, ancient aspect which may explain the connection between the uniform neck diameters. It is based on the highly-regarded and observed purity laws in the Torah. The Book of Numbers deals with the question: What is the status of jars that were left in the vicinity of a corpseare they impure or pure?

This is the law, if a man dies in a tent, anyone entering the tent and anything in the tent shall be unclean for seven days. Any open vessel which has no seal fastened around it becomes unclean. (Numbers 19: 14-15)

It is clear from this passage that the contents of a jar become impureand therefore unusable unless there is a special seal on its top. This ruling had serious economic ramifications. Imagine having to throw out valuable stores of grain and oil after Grandpa Ezekiel died in the family tent. Subsequent Jewish traditions quantified these rules of impurity, stating that the minimal opening size through which impurity may enter is the square of a hands breadth by hands breadth.

Impurity does not enter a shelter, nor does it depart from it if there is an opening less than a handbreadth [tefach] by a handbreadth [tefach]. (14.1)

According to the Oral Tradition, it was taught that the verse is speaking only about a ceramic container, for it is a container that contracts impurity only through its opening. (21.1) Maimonidess Code of Jewish Religious Law, Mishneh Torah.

Here Maimonides brings down an ancient tradition vis a vis the laws of impurity, stating that a round opening with a maximum diameter of one hands breadth, or tefach, would ensure that the jars content would still be pure even if it were stored near a corpse. From here it would make sense that potters would create storage jars with a tefach, or hands breadth, opening.

For the purposes of storage and transport, a jar opening should be small. On the other hand, pouring, cleaning and easy manufacturing would dictate a large opening, at least a hands-width. Perhaps, the final convergence to a one handbreadth opening killed several birds with one stone and kept in mind the spiritual, legal traditions regarding the minimal window through which impurity could defile the contents of a ceramic vessel and thus make them unusable.

Over time, different rabbis attempted to provide conversions of the traditional biblical measurements to our modern measurement. The conversions for the tefach vary, with competing theories brought forth by Avraham Chaim Naeh and the Chazon Ish, both 20th century Orthodox rabbis who lived in pre-State Palestine. According to Rabbi Chaim Naeh, one tefach = 8 cm, whereas according to the Chazon Ish one tefach = 9.6 cm. The uniform opening of the ancient storage jars, which falls between 8.85-8.97 cm, falls squarely in between these two opinions and may shed light on the dimensions of the biblical tefach and, because we no longer hold by purity laws when it comes to the contamination of stored items, elucidate just how tall your sukkah can be, down to the last centimeter.

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Children's National Hospital will hold blood drives on Tuesdays and Thursdays at its new outpatient center in Lanham, Md. through Oct. 22.

WASHINGTON The family of a little girl battling a rare form of blood cancer at Childrens National Hospital is raising awareness about the critical need for blood and platelet donations.

Since the coronavirus pandemic started, many organizations that collect blood have experienced a shortage of donations because of canceled blood drives. Over the summer, the American Red Cross reported having a less than five-day blood supply on hand which is typically rare.

According to Steven and Daniela Krum, whose four-year-old daughter Isabel was recently diagnosed with Burkitt Lymphoma, a disease that attacks white blood cells, blood donors are needed at Childrens National Hospital too.

We are always in need of donors, said Beth Riggs, a spokesperson for Childrens National. Sickle Cell, Cancer and other patients are always in need of blood transfusions.

Isabel has spent the last three weeks in the hospital following her diagnosis, which has been really difficult for her parents.

When she struggles, we struggle, Mrs. Krum said. You dont want to watch your kid go through any of this but were grateful theres so many people behind us.

Isabels dad told WUSA9 that she has a PICC line to receive chemotherapy, but due to the high risk of infection, doctors need to replace it with a port that goes under the skin in her chest. He said she did not have enough platelets to get the procedure a week ago and neither did the blood banks.

This meant she would have to wait, which led to a plea for family members on social media. The Krums hope theres enough platelet supply in the coming weeks for Isabel to get the port.

Its going to take an army to get through this, said Mr. Krum, as he and his wife leaned over Isabels hospital bed.

In six months, we look forward to her being her normal self, said Mr. Krum, who explained how long her treatment will be. Maybe shell have less hair, less weight, but all those things shell recover from and come out on the other side, stronger, wiser and a tough kid."

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood or platelets, according to the American Red Cross. Unlike blood donations, which must be used within 42 days, the shelf life for platelets is much shorter. Platelets must be used within five days.

One pint of blood can be used for four to five children, according to Childrens National Hospital.

We need you to donate blood, to donate platelets, to donate plasma, said Mr. Krum.

Childrens National Hospital is holding a blood drive through Oct. 22 at its new outpatient center, located at 2900 North Campus Way in Lanham, Md.

You can make an appointment here for the drives that will be held between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on the remaining days:

You can also donate blood at Childrens National in Northwest. For more information, click here.

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Potential long-lasting effects after contracting COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, has been much-discussed in recent months, but a new study sheds more light on the lingering symptoms that some patients have experienced.

This study was conducted by Clinical Microbiology and Infection and followed up with 150 patients who had "non-critical" COVID-19, meaning they survived and were not admitted to an ICU.

The results found that two-thirds of the patients, all of whom were over the age of 18 a median age of 49 experienced symptoms 30 days, or even as long as 60 days after symptom onset.

It concluded that "more than one-third felt still sick or in a worse clinical condition" at day 60 than at the onset of COVID-19 symptoms.

These prolonged symptoms were most commonly seen in patients aged 40-60, who had been hospitalized (but not in the ICU) at the onset of COVID-19, and who had experienced breathing problems.

According to the World Health Organization, the median time from illness onset to recovery is about two weeks for mild cases and 3-6 weeks for severe or critical illness.

Symptoms the patients in the study continued exhibiting 30-60 days after disease onset mainly included anosmia/ageusia (loss of smell/taste), dyspnea (difficulty breathing) or asthenia (fatigue).

The lingering symptoms were more commonly found in patients with comorbidities, including obesity, chronic respiratory disease, dialysis, heart failure or a previous cardiovascular event, liver cirrhosis, insulin-dependent diabetes, immunosuppression and pregnancy.

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Most children and adults who have coronavirus recover fully within a few weeks, the Mayo Clinic says.

But while the study found lingering symptoms were more common in patients who were admitted to a hospital at symptom onset,the Mayo notes that some people, even those who had mild cases, can experience symptoms for months after initially recovering from the virus.

Those symptoms include fatigue, cough, shortness of breath, headache, joint pain, organ damage and blood clots.

The Minnesota Department of Health and other health experts are still studying the long-term effects of the virus to learn how it will impact people over time. This is why health officials stress the importance of wearing a mask, social distancing and staying home when you're sick.

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A shed is a small structure that looks like a mini house that can be installed in the corner of your yard. You can always choose between buying or building a shed, and if you choose to build one, then it becomes a great activity and hobby for you and your family to enjoy. There are many reasons why someone would want or need a shed in their yard. If you happen to be an artist and do not want to ruin any valuables in your home if you play an instrument and want to soundproof your home and numerous other reasons.

Read on below to discover even more reasons why you might need a shed in your yard.

If you have a large back or front yard and think it looks bland, then installing a shed can actually spruce up space and make it look nicer. With sheds, you can plant large trees and plants next to it to make it look as though it came straight out of a fairytale. You can also make you shed either stand out or blend in with the rest of your yard, depending on which will give your yard a fresher look.

The number one reason most people buy or build a shed is to declutter their homes. It is possible that you have a bunch of things that are laid out in your yard, in your garage, or items that are just taking unnecessary space in your house. With a shed, you can dedicate it to be an area to put all the extra things that you need but are cluttering your home. This way you will be able to enjoy your home more and to a fuller extent.

Another main reason why people install sheds is the workplace. When you bought your house, you may have had the deal of a lifetime, but you had to sacrifice an extra room to work with. As mentioned, this can be your painting, playing, or small office area. So it is also possible that you need a soundproofed area where it will not make too much noise for others living with you.

When you buy or build a shed in your home, this adds more value to your home as there is the availability of storage space. This will never hinder your selling process given that sheds can be uninstalled if need be. Yet the reasons why someone would not need a shed are much less than reasons why you would need one. Especially if your home does not have a garage or attic, the extra storage space or workplace will prove crucial for future homebuyers.

When it comes to having the availability of a shed, then protection and safety are excellent bonuses, if not the main reason to have one. When you are looking for a garden shed, then you may want to look into buying a garden shed guide as it will give you the best ideas on how to find the right one for your needs. If you have expensive gardening tools, for instance, that you do not want to be weathered down, a small wooden structure will definitely come in handy to protect your belongings and a guide will help you find one that will stop any rain from pouring in on your equipment

Instead of a treehouse or your kids messing up their rooms or your house in general, having a shed is the best option for family fun and entertainment. This shed can be used for your children to play in and watch movies and draw and completely mess up and use their full creativity rather than mucking up your house.

One of the coolest reasons to invest in a shed is its customizable factor. If you are building one, then you can make the shed a secondary home with one or two small rooms for different reasons. Some people also have a small patio outside their shed, especially when it is in the backyard and you have no place to sit there. This will protect your chairs and tables from the sun and weather in general as you can put them back inside when you are not using them. You can also make a sturdy roof for your shed if you would like to sit atop it with your friends or family.

The ease of accessing your items multiplies when you have a shed given the decluttering of other locations in your home. If you had everything put in a room in your home like the attic or in the garage, your items may have gotten quite jumbled up, and would be really difficult to get a hold of one thing without messing up another.

If you happen to have children who play in the yard, you can keep the tools far away from them to keep them safe from any gardening tool dangers. Gardening equipment or if your DIY tools can be very dangerous for a child, especially if they are left unwatched. This way you can be sure that when your items are in the shed, the shed is locked and you can protect your children from any harm.

The list of reasons why you might need a shed in your house goes on and on. There are a ton of ways you can make use of it and can change it up every once in a while. When your kids grow up, you can turn the shed into a workspace instead of an entertainment space. When you are tired of your hobby, for instance, you can turn it into a television area. If you have a garage sale, you can declutter your shed as well and utilize it in another way. The purposes are endless, and it is very rare that you find someone who has no purpose for one at all and tears it down. Be sure to do your research and look for one that suits all your needs, or go the extra mile and build one yourself.

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A study published in the European Journal of Psychology suggests that minority group members sometimes use humor to shield themselves from prejudice. It appears that humor can even be used to exert a level of control over majority group members.

Past research on intergroup humor has overlooked minority group members use of humor when handling everyday interactions with majority group members.

In our research, study authors Anna Dobai and Nick Hopkins say, we consider how Hungarian Roma report seeking to manage their interactions with the non-Roma majority in Hungary. Specifically, we consider how humour was reported to feature in the serious business of managing interactions where minority group members anticipated prejudice from majority group members.

The researchers interviewed 30 Roma, members of a historically marginalized, stigmatized, and threatened minority group in Central and Eastern Europe. Anti-Roma attitudes persist heavily in Hungary, and the researchers aimed to explore how their sample might use humor to combat the prejudice they experience on a regular basis.

As Dobai and Hopkins describe, humor was reportedly used in diverse and intriguing ways by their sample. First, several respondents described situations where they had told jokes that played off Roma stereotypes to assuage embarrassment and reduce tension in interactions. While shared humor did seem to have been effective in smoothing over the described interactions, the researchers point out that this tactic did not necessarily limit prejudice, suggesting that minority group members may be complicit in this process as they seek to manage some of the interactional difficulties associated with being stereotyped.

Another instance when humor was used to deflect prejudice, was when it was used as a tactic for drawing out others attitudes. For example, some respondents reported playing into exaggerated Roma stereotypes in order to gauge the reaction and, supposedly, the attitudes of the people around them.

What particularly caught the researchers attention, was that the participants described using humor beyond the telling of jokes, by using irony and satire. These instances allowed the minority group members to exert a level of control over the situation, shielding themselves from others prejudiced behavior even when it came to authority figures. For example, one respondent reported poking fun at an airport official during a bag search, by voluntarily searching the contents of his own bag and telling the official, make sure you dont miss out on something.

A key element to this humour, Dobai and Hopkins discuss, was the exaggerated performance of a particular role or identity which was geared to reframing the interaction . . . At one level, these interviewees exhibit compliance with authority. However, there is also an element of parody in such compliance that frames the authoritys actions as ridiculous and illegitimate.

The authors emphasize that their sample was not representative of Hungarian Roma and that their findings cannot convey anything about the frequency with which humor is used in these interactions. Rather, the findings highlight the diverse ways in which humor can be used, in general, by minority group members.

The findings inform various avenues of research, including the way humor can be used to shift social relations. As the researchers say, social psychologists interested in the social process whereby the cognitive alternatives necessary for social change (Tajfel & Turner, 1986) are articulated and disseminated could gain much from looking at minority group members uses of humour.

The study, Humour is serious: Minority group members use of humour in their encounters with majority group members, was authored by Anna Dobai and Nick Hopkins.

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Cork is set to go a little Scandinavian this winter as outdoor drinking and dining becomes the norm, even as temperatures plummet.

For the next three weeks or so, pubs will have to limit the number of people they can have outside to just 15 brave souls. And even if restrictions are eased at the end of October, it's likely that many will choose the possibly safer option outdoor option.

Some of Cork's best-known pubs and bars are already getting ready for the big shift - bringing in the kinds of shelters and heating that are common in many northern European cities, where you might see people cheerfully enjoying a drink or bite to eat outside in temperatures below zero.

The Rising Sons brewery has already put out some stylish, blue branded gazebos that offer wrap around protection for punters.

The Crawford & Co complex off Angelsea Street, close by the Garda and Fire Brigade HQs, are busily erecting two large "sheds" (but they'll look a lot more attractive and sturdy than what most of us have in our back gardens) that will be insulated and cosy through the worst that the winter weather can throw at us.

Crawford & Co, which includes a craft beer bar and an indoor/outdoor courtyard area that is currently open for hot drinks and food from mid-morning, are putting a lot of effort into making their new, temporary additions as attractive and welcoming as possible and they should be busy in the run-up to Christmas.

The popular Shelbourne Bar on MacCurtain Street now has a very well covered outside area with heaters and new seating - it also has some fine whiskeys which could be made hot on request.

It's not just pubs and restaurants in the city that are getting ready to keep customers warm over the coming months.

In Rosscarberry in West Cork, the Celtic Ross Hotel has a gorgeous, cosy new outdoor drinking and dining area complete with a wood-burning stove.

Not all bars have the space or resources to go to these elaborate lengths - but as our list of 21 of the Cork City pubs staying open for Level 3 shows, there are still options, even if you have to take your chances when it comes to finding a seat.

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Romelu Lukaku shed some light on what life is like in the Manchester United dressing in conversations with Alexis Sanchez and Ashley Young, according to reports.

Lukaku left United for Inter Milan in 2019, and was later followed by his former team-mates Sanchez and then Young.

The duo allegedly spoke to Lukaku before they made the leap, to find out more about the Serie A club and whether he believed them following him to Italy would be worthwhile.

According to Italian publication La Repubblica, via Sport Witness, Lukaku spoke to the duo about the unified atmosphere in the Inter dressing room.

He compared this to the one he had just left behind at Manchester United, which he allegedly described as divided, with certain players in cliques.

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The insight from Lukaku comes amid a report in The Athletic that a number of Red Devils stars lost their temper during half-time of their defeat by Tottenham.

United were well and truly embarrassed in a 6-1 defeat by Spurs, and arguments are said to have broken out between players at the break.

Bruno Fernandes was named as one such player who was particularly livid, with United stars angry with Erik Lamela for his part in Anthony Martial's red card.

Man United have started this season unusually poorly, and reacted by signing no fewer than four new players in the transfer window.

Edinson Cavani was snapped up on a free transfer alongside Alex Telles from Porto.

The Red Devils also splashed the cash on Amad Diallo, who joins the club in January, and teenage winger Facundo Pellistri.

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THE Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) investigation report into the Anglican Church shows how our neglect of the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of children and young people, in favour of protecting our reputation, was in conflict with our mission to love and care for the vulnerable. I would add that it reveals how the Church has failed to model itself on the Christ who stood with the marginalised and the victims, saw those who were overlooked or shunned, and included those who had been shut out.

But I knew all this from my own experience in the Church, from reading reports and following inquiries, and from engaging with survivors. So, it is a relief to see it all set down on paper or, at least, some of it. There will be more; there is inevitably more that has not yet come into the light.

Of course, there has been progress over recent years. The report acknowledges this. We, in the Church, see the rewritten guidance, the ever-developing training modules, the increasing investment in the national safeguarding structures, and the growth of the safeguarding teams in individual dioceses. We see the recent launch of the Safe Spaces project and the pilot reparation scheme (News, 2 October).

BUT how can we have moved so slowly on all of this? Why did so few people question or challenge? Why could we not contemplate the ability of our colleagues (lay and ordained) to perpetrate abuse?

The Chichester/Peter Ball investigation report highlights a number of concerns about the culture of the Church of England: clericalism, tribalism, navety, concern for reputation, and a culture of fear and secrecy regarding sexuality. The IICSA report sets out generously some of the recent initiatives to improve the culture of the C of E; but, to be honest, they seem weak, especially given the size of the challenge.

So, I think that we need to start calling out the parts of our culture that are dangerous and corrupt. I long to hear more prophetic voices in the Church. I long to see some serious theological engagement with the issue of abuse in the Church. I long, above all else, for us to be more Christlike.

I want to see a true culture change that leads to authentic repentance, in which our attitudes and behaviour shift and our practice improves not because we are told we need to do better, but because we yearn to do better. I want us to hunger for justice and to work relentlessly and enthusiastically to make our churches safer places.

THE IICSA report makes for very uncomfortable reading, and that is helpful. It contains some important conclusions and recommendations that will assist the Anglican Church to improve its safeguarding arrangements. It challenges us to regain the trust of those who have been abused.

Above all, it sheds some much-needed light on things that many in the Church have sought to keep hidden in darkness. Now, it is time for us to open our eyes, to really see what is going on and what needs to be done and to move heaven and earth to make the crucial changes.

The Ven. Julie Conalty is the Archdeacon of Tonbridge and Bishops Lead for Safeguarding in the diocese of Rochester.

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KISS THE GROUND, isa powerful documentary exploring soil regeneration and its place as a compelling and effective solution to our planets climate crisis is on Netflix now.Directed and produced byRebecca TickellandJosh Tickell(FUEL, PUMP, THE BIG FIX).

The film is narrated byWoody Harrelsonand featuresIan Somerhalder, Gisele Bndchen,Jason Mraz, andPatricia and David Arquette. With a brand-new song by award winning Jason Mraz. The filmwas a selection of the2020Tribeca Film Festival.

KISS THE GROUNDis an inspiring and groundbreaking film that reveals the first viable solution to our climate crisis. KISS THE GROUND reveals that, by regenerating the worlds soils we can rapidly stabilize the Earths climate, restore local ecosystems and create abundant food supplies. Using compelling graphics and visuals, along with striking NASA and NOAA footage, the film artfully illustrates how, by drawing down atmospheric carbon, soil is the missing piece of the climate puzzle. The movie is positioned to catalyze a movement to accomplish the impossible to solve humanitys greatest challenge, to balance the climate and secure our species future.

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Princess of Jordan Sarah Zeid visited Isiolo County on Friday where she interacted with nursing mothers and their children.

She also toured Kambi Sheikh village in Burat ward where locals farm fruits and vegetables as well fish with support from the World Food Program (WFP).

I am happy to have seen the transformation in this farm which is a result of the partnership between Governor Kutis administration and World Food Programme, she said.

Princess Zeid is American-born maternal and newborn health activist.

On Friday, she lauded the working relationship between leaders and the World Food Programme stating that combining resources and skills will ensure that women, girls and children remain healthy.

Isiolo Governor Mohamed Kuti echoed her sentiments saying: It is a special day for the people of Isiolo County as Princess Sarah Zeid has come to witness how my Governments partnership with World Food Programme is slowly addressing issues of malnutrition that affects our people.

Isiolo is one of the 25 counties that contributes to the 26% malnutrition rate in Kenya.

Governor Kuti expressed optimism that Princess Zeid would amplify her voice in advocating for the people of Isiolo County given that she has had first hand experience of challenges that the residents face.

He reiterated the need to put in place mechanisms that offer alternatives for residents who have to travel far for maternal health services.

It is unfortunate that some mothers still have to deliver at home with help from traditional birth attendants, since its the only option they have, owing to lack of health facilities closer to them, he said.

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