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Data on presentation, aetiology, and prognostic indicators of childhood pneumonia, which can help design strategies for controlling the disease, are generally scarce in developing countries. In this paper, the distribution of aetiologic... more
Abstract. Maternal factors comprising of social, obstetric and anthropometric are fund to influ-ence LBW. The present study had found association between obstetric risk factors like age of the mother, parity and gravida with LBW. Similar... more
This study examined differences in perinatal outcomes of Southeast Asian (SEA) women compared with non-Hispanic white women in Washington. Using linked birth certificate and hospitalization discharge records for the years 1993–2006, we... more
Deficiencies of micronutrients (zinc, iron, folic acid and iodine) during pregnancy are known causes of Low Birth Weight (LBW). Studies have documented status of one or two micronutrients amongst pregnant women (PW). However, no attempt... more
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One third of the Indian babies are of low birth weight (,2.5 kg), and this is attributed to maternal undernutrition. We therefore examined the relationship between maternal nutrition and birth size in a prospective study of 797 rural... more
This ecological study analyzed the association between pesticide use and prematurity, low weight and congenital abnormality at birth, infant death by congenital abnormality, and fetal death in Brazil in 2001. Simple linear regression... more
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Maternal factors comprising of social, obstetric and anthropometric are fund to influence LBW. The present study had found association between obstetricrisk factors like age of the mother, parity and gravida with LBW. Similar association... more
Low birth weight is one of the major problems for the new born baby throughout its life. It is the single most important factor determining the survival chances of the child. Many of them die during their first year. The weight of the... more
When a child is born very prematurely, everything is done to save him. If this is not possible, he receives comforting care and is supported until his death. Neonatal palliative care is well developed in many hospitals. The situation is... more
The purpose of this pilot study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a parent-focused intervention program (COPE) on infant cognitive development and maternal coping. A randomized clinical trial was conducted with 42 mothers of... more
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Introduction: Birth of the newborn is one of the most emotional events that occur in one’s lifetime. LBW is a major problem in developing countries which lead to child morbidity and mortality. Massage therapy is being used in some... more
Micronutrient deficiencies are widely prevalent in developing regions, especially in vulnerable groups such as HIV-infected pregnant women. Micronutrient supplementation is considered one of the most cost-effective strategies to reduce... more
Background: Many developing countries, including countries of the English-speaking Caribbean, are undergoing an epidemiologic transition and experiencing rapid increases in the prevalence of diabetes.Objectives: This article examines the... more
Background Fossil fuel combustion by-products, including particulate matter (PM2.5), polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH), nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and carbon dioxide (CO2), are a significant threat to children's health and equality.... more