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Save the Children report shows global health funding often ignores newborn babies

A new report by Save the Children reveals that global health funding often ignores newborn care, with only 0.1% of official development assistance targeting newborns. The report finds that more than 40% of child deaths now occur in the newborn period, and African families have the highest risk of newborn deaths.

SourceSave the Children·JournalHealth Policy and Planning·DateJun 12, 2012

Lancet pneumonia study offers new hope for reducing No. 1 cause of child death

A new study published in The Lancet found that children treated at home for severe pneumonia by Pakistan's Lady Health Workers were more likely to recover than those referred to health facilities. Treatment failures occurred 50% less often in the experimental group, resulting in significant reductions in child mortality rates.

SourceSave the Children·JournalThe Lancet·DateNov 10, 2011