by adminpia | Jun 10, 2025 | Research
The NICD gathers statistics regarding RSV infections and provide data to support preventative measures. https://www.nicd.ac.za/diseases-a-z-index/disease-index-covid-19/surveillance-reports/weekly-respiratory-pathogens-surveillance-report-week/ Globally, the leading...
by adminpia | Jul 1, 2024 | Research
International KMC day is May 15th. It is high time that neonatal units started to review how they are implementing KMC and in particular ensuring Zero separation for mothers and babies. Last year an article was published on the Benefits of commencing immediate...
by adminpia | Jul 1, 2024 | Research
While the more immediate benefits of KMC for small and sick newborns are well studied and supported by evidence, there is little evidence surrounding the benefits from KMC beyond infancy. Read this study which aimed to determine what, if any benefits, persisted in...
by adminpia | Jul 1, 2024 | Research
WHO urges quality care for women and newborns in critical first weeks after childbirth.The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched its first ever global guidelines to support women and newborns in the postnatal period – the first six weeks after birth. The new...
by adminpia | Jul 1, 2024 | Research
Wealth, place of birth, coverage of care at birth, and, in some cultures, also the newborn’s gender greatly impact the risk of dying and the health outcome of a newborn. The most vulnerable newborns are those in marginalised groups, rural areas, urban slum...
by adminpia | Jul 1, 2024 | Research
WHY? Evidence-based, high-quality treatment and care are provided in a timely, people-centred manner by a well-trained, specialised multidisciplinary team. Safe staffing levels improve health outcomes and enhance staff satisfaction.• Newborn health is closely linked...
