Manila, Jan. 16 -- If a newborn is immediately provided with Early Essential Newborn Care (EENC), over two thirds of life-threatening infections can be prevented, a WHO study says.
EENC, an immediate care of newborn, recommended by WHO, consists of prolonged skin-to-skin cuddle between mother and baby, which allows proper warming, feeding and umbilical cord care.
According to the study conducted in Vietnam, published in The Lancet journal, EENC strengthens health workers' skills and improves care. These lead to increased rates of skin-to-skin contact and exclusive breastfeeding, and significant reductions in hypothermia (dangerously low body temperature) and sepsis (a dangerous infection in the bloodstream).
Key actions in EECN includes ...