In a surprising twist, a recent study uncovered a hidden factor influencing maternal and newborn health. The A-PLUS trial, which initially focused on the benefits of azithromycin, revealed something unexpected. Many women were using antibiotics outside the study. This secondary analysis aimed to und
In Southeast Asia, hospitals are facing a big problem. Many babies and young children are getting sick, and doctors are using strong antibiotics to treat them. These antibiotics are part of the "Watch, " "Reserve, " and "Not Recommended" categories according to the World Health Organization. This me
You might have heard that some sugars in breast milk can help fight off infections in newborns. But let's dig into what two specific sugars, 2'-fucosyllactose (2'-FL) and 3'-sialyllactose (3'-SL), can do. Scientists have been trying to understand if these sugars can directly protect babies from harm
