Delays in healthcare delivery to sick neonates in Enugu South-East Nigeria: an analysis of causes and effects

Conclusions
Delays in seeking healthcare at all levels especially those related to transporting the sick newborn to the hospital are a contributor to newborn mortality in Nigeria. Improving access to healthcare could potentially reduce mortality in the sick newborn.

Source: Journal of Public Health - June 5, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Ekwochi, U., Ndu, I. K., Osuorah, C. D. I., Onah, K. S., Obuoha, E., Odetunde, O. I., Nwokoye, I., Obumneme-Anyim, N. I., Okeke, I. B., Amadi, O. F. Tags: Interventions (services) (online only) Source Type: research