Exploring ways to reduce child deaths in low-income countries

(Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal)) In Mozambique, the probability of dying in the first month after hospital discharge is high, particularly for babies under three months of age, shows a study led by ISGlobal. The study also shows that an algorithm based on simple clinical parameters can identify those children at higher risk of dying and that would therefore benefit from follow-up after discharge. Implementation of these models could contribute to reducing child mortality in low-income countries.
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news