Breaking the cycle: Evidence-based insights from 500 SNCU admissions in rural India
Abstract
India's Special Newborn Care Units are critical for reducing preventable neonatal deaths. Systematic evaluation of admission patterns provides evidence for targeted healthcare improvements. Birth asphyxia dominates rural neonatal morbidity. Focused investments in intrapartum monitoring, resuscitation training, and rapid referral systems are essential for reducing preventable deaths.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Global Maternal and Child Health
Neonatal Respiratory Health Research
Infant Development and Preterm Care
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Tropical Doctor
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications
- Volume
- 56
- Issue
- 3
- Pages
- 508–513
- Publication date
- 17 February 2026
- Language
- EN