80% of premature baby deaths happen in poorer countries. Five simple measures that can help save them

Published in The Conversation 21 February 2024: Worldwide in 2020 a baby died every 40 seconds because of complications of prematurity. Preterm birth is the leading cause of death among children under 5 years old. The burden of preterm birth is heavier in in low- and middle-income countries, where around 80% occur. The countries with the highest recorded preterm […]

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