Simple care changes that could save millions of neonates
Friday December 14th, 2018
Simple improvements to health care and advice to parents could save the lives of millions
of babies globally, according to leading health organisations.
A joint report from the World Health Organisation and UNICEF says that nearly 30 million babies
a year are born prematurely, underweight or become ill and need specialised care.
It says that by 2030 the world could save the lives of 2.9 million of these in 81 countries
through “smarter” care, such as ensuring that the same health team cares for mother
and baby through labour and beyond.
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Genetic discoveries offer new asthma hope
Friday December 14th, 2018
British researchers have found new genetic variants associated with severe asthma, leading to hope
of new treatments to control mucus, it has been announced. More
