Comprehensive Review Identifies Key Neonatal Death Risks
October 16, 2025
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3 min
6 Key Takeaways
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Review covered 64 systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
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Key factors: low birth weight, antenatal care, maternal health.
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Study emphasizes timely breastfeeding initiation.
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8% reviews rated high quality; many low or critically low.
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Need for better research design and regional data representation.
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Focus on preventable neonatal deaths remains crucial for public health.
A comprehensive review analyzed 64 systematic reviews and meta-analyses, identifying key maternal and perinatal factors contributing to neonatal mortality. The research highlighted that low birth weight, limited antenatal care, and maternal health conditions were significant risk factors. It emphasized the importance of timely breastfeeding initiation and facility-based deliveries in reducing neonatal deaths. Conducted by Bereket Kefale, MPH, and colleagues, the study underscores the need for high-quality research and better public health strategies to address preventable neonatal deaths.
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