neonatal health News
Latest articles and news about neonatal health on AXL Media.
Latest Articles
- World Health Organization Prequalifies First Specialized Malaria Treatment for Newborns and Vulnerable Young Infants
Published: Apr 25, 2026
Section: Medical News
The World Health Organization has announced the prequalification of Coartem Baby, the first antimalarial treatment specifically formulated for newborns and infants weighing between...
- University of Toyama Study Reveals Probiotic Supplementation May Significantly Reduce Recurrent Preterm Birth Risk
Published: Mar 30, 2026
Section: Research
A multicenter clinical trial in Japan has demonstrated that early pregnancy probiotics containing Clostridium butyricum can lower the recurrence of spontaneous preterm delivery. Pu...
- Largest Clinical Trial to Date Confirms Surfactant Therapy Fails to Shorten Ventilator Time for Infants With Severe Bronchiolitis
Published: Mar 23, 2026
Section: Health
A definitive study published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine reveals that surfactant, a common treatment for premature lung development, provides no clinical benefit for babies...
- United Nations Report Reveals 4.9 Million Children Died Before Age Five During 2024 Calendar Year
Published: Mar 19, 2026
Section: Africa
A comprehensive assessment by the World Health Organization and United Nations partners indicates that nearly five million children under five died in 2024 from largely preventable...