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Postnatal Care is essential for both mother and baby immediately after delivery, especially in slums. Gram Chetna Kendra provides crucial support through: Recovery Monitoring: Ensuring the mother’s physical and emotional healing. Infant Care: Monitoring the baby’s growth and development. Counseling & Support: Offering advice on breastfeeding, newborn care, and family planning. Follow-up Visits: Addressing ongoing health needs. PNC is key to reducing maternal and infant mortality and ensuring a healthy start for both. 💖👶🌼

Study examines neonatal and maternal health outcomes with or without dexamphetamine exposure. #mmhreading #adhdmedication #adversematernaloutcomes https://lnkd.in/gy6bMEci

🔍 Did you know?   1 in 10 new mothers experience postpartum depression.   New research shows postpartum depression is associated with lower rates of exclusive breastfeeding, crucial for promoting healthy infant development and preventing child mortality. It highlights the importance of providing continual care to benefit both maternal and child health.   Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eSeUS3hS.   #MaternalHealth

#Preconception health services work to optimize individual health, address modifiable risk factors to prepare for any future pregnancies, and are a core family planning service. Watch our latest video to for an overview of preconception health services and how they can help reduce disparities in maternal health outcomes: https://lnkd.in/gqvWQeZi

🌍 World FASD Awareness Day: A Step Toward Prevention and Support Today, Robertson Clinical Research Centre (RCRC) joins the global community in recognizing World Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness Day. FASD affects thousands of children each year, causing lifelong challenges in learning, behavior, and health. The cause? Prenatal alcohol exposure. At RCRC, we are dedicated to advancing research and spreading awareness to prevent FASD. By fostering education and understanding, we can help future generations thrive. Remember: No amount of alcohol is safe during pregnancy. Let’s work together to protect the next generation. #FASDAwareness #ClinicalResearch #HealthMatters #PreventFASD #RCRC #LangebergHealth #FASDPrevention"

Have a listen as Dr. Ike Ogbuanu, Site Director & Principal Investigator of the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) Programme in Sierra Leone, discusses on Afri Radio FM 105.3 key insights of CHAMPS surveillance activities and interventions. ➡ 2017 – CHAMPS commenced operations in Sierra Leone ➡ The programme investigates factors responsible for deaths of under-five children ➡ More than 90% of child deaths are preventable ➡ Stillbirths and neonatal deaths mostly caused due to: Poor quality of ANC care due to unavailability of key clinical resources and expertise; late referrals; little or no attention to danger signs during pregnancy (bleeding, severe vomiting, abdominal pain/cramping, swelling in the hands/face/legs, persistent backache); poor medical equipment/skill sets at health facilities to ensure safe delivery. To read more about CHAMPS, please click here: https://lnkd.in/gQePdzEx #ChildHealth #MortalityPrevention #CHAMPSProgramme #SierraLeone #UnderFiveChildren #PreventableDeaths

Did you know Autoimmune diseases affect more than 24 million Americans, 80% of which are women? In particular, autoimmune thyroid diseases (AITDs) are among the most common autoimmune diseases with more than 85% of cases occurring in women. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are imperative to reducing potential physical and cognitive delays in childhood, adverse pregnancy outcomes, associated health problems, and reduced quality of life. SWHR is hosting a webinar to discuss AITDs. It will highlight the risks and impacts on women’s health plus discuss innovations in diagnostics and treatment in the field. If you or someone you know is living with AITDs or are a caregiver to someone living with the condition join us! #SWHRtalksAutoimmune #Autoimmunedisease #TEDCommunity #WomensHealth

🌟 **World Kidney Day Awareness** 🌟 Today, we shine a spotlight on a vital organ that doesn't get enough credit: the kidney. Premature kidney conditions can strike silently, leading to severe health complications. The number of nephrons in a premature kidney is significantly less compared to a term baby. A term baby typically has between **300,000 to over one million nephrons. In contrast, babies born preterm, particularly those born before the last few weeks of pregnancy when nephron development occurs, may have only about **400,000 to 600,000 nephrons. As a result, preterm infants are at a higher risk for chronic kidney disease and other renal health issues later in life. On #worldkidneyday , let's pledge to prioritize their renal health.💚 #kidneyhealth

We spoke with Dr. Yukiko Washio about behavioral interventions and the importance of taking a holistic approach to maternal health, to meet the unique needs of pregnant and breastfeeding people. Read more about her insights and experience in our Q&A blog: https://lnkd.in/ejigEZWk

Under-five child mortality (U5M) remains a critical global health issue, particularly in regions with limited access to healthcare. This study were conducted to assess the associations between U5M and various factors, including maternal employment, mode of delivery, breastfeeding practices, birth size, and birth interval. The findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to reduce U5M, particularly in regions with higher mortality rates. Public health strategies should prioritize maternal care, breastfeeding promotion, and family planning to address these key determinants.