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The NHS raises awareness about 'NEO' blood, a type of blood suitable for critically ill newborns, urging more donors to come forward.

Scotland has started screening newborns for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), marking a significant win for The Mirror's campaign advocating for universal screening in the UK.

The Redeemed Christian Church of God has covered the medical expenses for eight newborns at a Lagos hospital as part of a charitable outreach initiative.

The article challenges claims made about the impact of modern pain relief methods during childbirth on newborns' respiratory patterns, arguing that outdated information was referenced.

The Human Milk Bank at Nova Maternidade Dona Evangelina Rosa is launching a campaign to encourage donations to support premature and struggling newborns.

The renowned gynecologist Dainius Jankauskas, who contributed significantly to the health of mothers and the birth of thousands of newborns, has passed away, leaving a great loss for the Panevėžys community.

An emerging bacterium, Phytobacter diazotrophicus, continues to be misidentified as Pantoea in laboratory tests, despite causing a deadly outbreak among newborns in Brazil in 2013.

In 2024, an estimated 4.9 million children, including 2.3 million newborns, died before age five, with the reduction in child mortality rates significantly slowing since 2015.

The Sīmanis family from Valmiera has welcomed their first triplets this year, expanding their family to eight children.

In January, Latvia recorded 946 newborns, marking a 7.4% increase compared to the same period last year, according to provisional data from the Central Statistical Bureau.

In January 2026, Latvia saw a 7.4% rise in the number of registered newborns compared to the previous year.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has rescued five pregnant women and five newborns from a suspected child trafficking operation in Imo State.

A 22-year-old woman, Chiara Petrolini, stands accused of the premeditated murder of her newborn twins, with prosecutors seeking a 26-year prison sentence rather than life imprisonment due to mitigating circumstances.

A municipality in Wysokie Mazowieckie, Poland, has introduced a child benefit program that provides a one-time payment of 3000 PLN to parents of newborns, irrespective of their income.

Chiara Petrolini, accused of murdering her newborns, expressed her emotional turmoil in court while her parents reacted to photos of the children shown by the prosecutor.

Engineers and pediatricians in Brazil have developed an AI tool that accurately identifies pain levels in newborns in neonatal ICUs using multimodal language and vision models.

The municipality of Wysokie Mazowieckie in Poland offers a one-time childbirth allowance of 3000 PLN regardless of income to parents of newborns.

Baťovka is initiating the construction of a modern maternity hospital focused on providing privacy for mothers and their newborns.

A doctor who was previously suspended following the tragic death of several newborns has returned to work at a hospital in Litoměřice.

Finnish MP Martin Paasi proposes a public investment of 6,000 euros for every newborn to enhance future pensions through long-term investment strategies.

Since the closure of the maternity ward in Sollefteå in 2017, the number of newborns in the municipality has decreased by 35%.

Researchers at the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) have developed a device that can identify the gestational age of newborns in seconds, aimed at improving health outcomes for those without prenatal care.

The Latvian Parliament's Social Affairs and Labor Committee has supported the introduction of immunization against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) for newborns and the expansion of pneumococcal vaccination for at-risk adults and seniors.

A midwife shares effective techniques for calming newborns when placed in a cot or moses basket to ease the anxiety of new parents.

Tartu University Clinic has implemented a novel treatment method for deeply premature newborns, allowing for immediate support in the operating room after a cesarean section while maintaining umbilical cord connection.

The article discusses how mothers in the Netherlands receive notable support during the postpartum period, highlighting the contrast between personal experiences and the fictional portrayal of motherhood in the film 'Zgiń, kochanie' starring Jennifer Lawrence.

The article discusses the controversy surrounding free childbirth and whether parents should be allowed to forgo life-saving medical measures for their newborns during birth.

Researchers at the Baltic Biomaterials Excellence Center are developing a needle-free method for early detection of sepsis in newborns using urine samples.

Research shows that administering sucrose can effectively relieve pain in newborns, particularly preterm infants undergoing painful medical procedures.

In Gyeonggi-do, one in every six newborns is born through infertility treatments, reflecting the province's significant support for couples facing infertility.

Israeli hospitals have relocated critical care operations underground to protect patients amid ongoing missile attacks during the conflict with Iran.

A new preventive treatment against RSV for newborns in Dalarna has led to a significant reduction in severe infections.

A preventive treatment using antibodies against RSV has been successfully administered to newborns in Luleå, with no hospitalizations reported so far.

The Chairman of the Skåne University Hospital's hospital board, Maria Berglund, addresses concerns about changes in maternity ward practices, clarifying they do not stem from cost-cutting measures.

Despite Japan's newborn population hitting an all-time low, Tokyo's birth rate has increased for the first time in nearly a decade, raising questions about effective policies.

The Enrique Ortega Hospital in Durán has opened a new Civil Registry Agency, aiming to ensure that newborns are registered shortly after birth.

Despite concerns raised by authorities, several newborns in Sweden have been registered with the name Jihad since 2021.

A new initiative in Santa Catarina, Brazil aims to issue newborns their first National Identity Card directly from the maternity ward.

Himachal Pradesh police have uncovered an inter-state gang involved in the trafficking of newborns, arresting nine individuals including seven women.

A recent study indicates that newborns possess the ability to recognize and predict rhythms, but show little response to melodies.

Alagoas has begun administering the nirsevimab vaccine to newborns to provide immediate protection against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a leading cause of bronchiolitis in young children.

The Alytus District Municipality Council has decided to increase the financial allowance for families with newborns, aiming to support young families in building their future in the district.

The article discusses the militarization of youth in Russia, particularly in the context of indoctrination efforts that have intensified since the invasion of Ukraine.

Families in Alytus district will receive a doubled financial benefit upon the birth of a child, as part of a new initiative to support young families amidst declining birth rates.

A new study from the University of Oulu suggests that the size of women's breasts might be related to thermoregulation for newborns, rather than solely for purposes of sexual selection or as fat storage.

The article highlights concerns from maternity ward staff about the quality of care and resources provided to new parents and their newborns at Swedish hospitals.

CM Hemant Soren emphasized the critical need for proper support for newborns in India's poor and backward states.

The city of Split has announced significant increases in financial support for newborn children, with a benefit of 8000 euros for the third child onwards.

The wife of the Governor of Abia State celebrates Valentine by providing gifts to newborns in collaboration with the Ooni of Ife.

Newborns hospitalized in Belém participated in a Carnival-themed event, bringing joy to families during a difficult time.