Dying: Millions of women in childbirth, newborns and young children
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 - 12:42
in Health & Medicine
Widespread global use of known and proven maternal and childcare techniques, practices, and therapies could save the lives of millions of women, newborns and children each year, according to a new analysis prepared for a mid-April meeting of world leaders and technical experts on maternal and child health. The meeting is being held to focus attention on this toll and develop a plan of action to reduce it.