OUR MISSION: To save and support babies born on the edge of life, viability and society in the poorest regions of the world through education, research and sustainable support OUR AIMS: Through the development of local partnerships we aim to improve the survival of the world's most vulnerable newborn babies by: - Providing training for local doctors, nurses and health workers in newborn care - Supporting young healthcare workers involved in international newborn health research - Developing sustainable projects to improve newborn healthcare facilities
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By Kathy Burgoine, | Neonatal Lead, Born on the Edge
Behind the Scenes, not every moment makes it to the spotlight — but every moment matters. Today, we’re sharing a glimpse behind the scenes in the neonatal unit. Behind every breath a baby... Read the full report ›By Kathy Burgoine | Neonatal Lead, Born on the Edge
“I thought my baby was gone… more than once.” Apia, 30, will never forget the day she felt water trickle unexpectedly at just 25 weeks pregnant. Alarmed, she rushed to a nearby... Read the full report ›By Adam Hewitt-Smith | Trustee, Born on the Edge
Over the last 10 years amazing things have happened at the Mbale Neonatal Unit. In 2014, not a single baby less than 1500g was surviving and now 80% of these tiny babies are going home alive and... Read the full report ›