DEMOGRAPHIC AND HEALTH SURVEY

May 11 2025HEALTH

Understanding Why Babies Die in Poor Countries

The number of children who die before they turn five is a big problem in many poor countries. Most of these deaths happen in places where people do not have much money. These countries are often called low- and lower-middle-income countries. Even though some progress has been made, it is not clear what exactly causes these deaths. This is a big issue because it i...

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Dec 07 2024HEALTH

Does More Antenatal Care Mean Safer Births in the Philippines?

Imagine being a mom-to-be in the Philippines. How many times do you visit the doctor before your baby arrives? A study from 2022 suggests that making at least eight antenatal care (ANC) visits could make a big difference. This study looked at data from the National Demographic and Health Survey to find out if there's a link between these visits and giving birth in a ...

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