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Optimising parenteral nutrition in paediatric care: challenges, recommendations, and safety considerations

A recent study underscores the critical role of parenteral nutrition (PN) in paediatric patients. Although PN is crucial for the growth and development of preterm infants, it often involves considerable variability and risk, which can lead to complications.

Advanced Policy and Advocacy Workshop on RSV 2.0 in Munich

From 12 to 15 September 2024, parent and patient representatives from 18 countries across 2 continents came together to exchange knowledge and learn about effective policy and advocacy activities, using RSV in young children as a case study.

Impact of vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy on neonatal outcomes

This meta-analysis examines the impact of vitamin D deficiency in over 28,000 pregnant women. The study found that vitamin D deficiency significantly increased the risk of low birth weight infants (LBWI) but showed no clear link to preterm birth or small-for-gestational-age (SGA) infants.

The power of developmental care – exploring the mechanisms to shorten Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) hospitalisation

Developmental care is an approach to improve the care of infants hospitalised in a NICU. It includes measures to adapt the NICU environment to be more patient-friendly, foster parental involvement in care, increase oral immune therapy and exclusive breastfeeding.

10th Congress of the European Academy of Paediatric Societies (EAPS)

From 17 – 20 October 2024, leading research from around the world in the field of paediatrics united at the 10th Congress of the European Academy of Paediatric Societies (EAPS) in Vienna. This conference was a vibrant hub of knowledge, collaboration, and innovation.

Visionary fetal medicine expert, Professor Kypros Nicolaides, honored with Austria’s most prestigious medical award

On 27 September 2024, Professor Kypros Nicolaides, one of the leading pioneers in fetal medicine, was awarded the Semmelweis Prize for his transformative contributions to obstetric care. The award, presented at the annual conference of the Austrian Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, recognises Nicolaides' groundbreaking work at King’s College Hospital since 1980.

“SOS Préma” empowers healthcare providers with parental insights at 15th annual training days

10-11 October saw 340 healthcare professionals gather in France for SOS Préma’s 15th annual training days, a pivotal event offering an empathetic view into the realities faced by families of preterm infants.

Improving therapeutic hypothermia for newborns by keeping parents close to their newborns

Therapeutic hypothermia (TH) is the standard treatment for perinatal asphyxia. A Swedish study explores the integration of parent-infant closeness during TH, highlighting the benefits of combining TH with family-centred care.

What impact does climate change have on perinatal mortality? – The link between high temperatures and the risk of stillbirth

Extreme heat can affect both pregnant women and their foetuses. The effects can be indirect to the mother’s environment or directly to the child. Indirect influences include reduced responsiveness and quality of healthcare systems. Direct effects on the child are placental and epigenetic changes.

Parental Experiences and Core Health Outcomes for Newborns During Epidemic Situations

Epidemics, such as COVID-19, profoundly impact healthcare delivery, especially affecting vulnerable groups like preterm infants and their parents. Changes in hospital visitation policies and disruptions to standard care practices present significant challenges.

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medical staff, and scientists from different disciplines, fields,
and countries – all with the joint goal of advancing the health and quality of care for newborns and their families across the globe.

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