Child Mortality Highlights China’s Urban-Rural Divide
Pneumonia, birth asphyxia, and pre-term birth complications were the leading causes of death in children under 5, the researchers said in a paper published on Friday in the Lancet.
New Research Shows ‘Kangaroo Mother Care’ Reduces Newborn Deaths More than 50 Percent
Kangaroo Mother Care is one of the most effective ways to save preterm babies, according to a new meta-analysis released today on the effectiveness of this simple, low-cost intervention in which mothers serve as human incubators for their newborns.
Melinda Gates: Foundation investing more in mothers and newborns
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is boosting its investments in the health of mothers and newborns, which saves lives at a much lower cost than treating diseases later on, Melinda Gates said.
Dental care or die?
Women with gum disease are almost three times more likely to give birth prematurely than those with healthy gums…
Women’s support groups make dramatic improvements on neonatal survival rates
Women’s support groups make dramatic improvements on neonatal survival rates in India
Nigeria: Academy of Science Presents ‘Science in Action’
The Nigerian Academy of Science (NAS) last week presented ‘Science in Action’, a report that provides overview of the current status of maternal, newborn and child health in sub-Saharan Africa to the public.
Breastfeeding rates drop in Nigeria
Save the Children UK advisor believes the reason for the drop is lack of sustained, continous campaign…
Yemen: Making Pregnancy a Choice, Not a Risk
Most of those living in Lahej are poor and illiterate, and experience death as often as they bring new life into this world.
Under-utilisation of nurses affects maternal and child health: IIM-A study
Role of District Public Health Nurses (DPHNs) in the districts have reduced over the years resulting in their under utilisation, affecting the quality of Maternal and Child Health (MCH) services, a study said.
HEALTH: Addressing Preterm Births Crucial to Anti-Poverty Goals
Reducing the annual 13 million preterm births and 3.2 million stillbirths should be a global public health priority