Unicef assists Pakistan govt in reduction of newborn mortality
Islamabad
January 7, 2021
Islamabad : The United Nations Children’s Fund (Unicef) was providing assistance to Pakistan government in the reduction of newborn mortality from 55 deaths per 1,000 live births to 42 deaths per 1,000 live births during the last five years.
Over last couple of years 38 sick newborn care units have been strengthened across Pakistan with Unicef support.
The most vulnerable new-borns are those in marginalized groups, rural areas, urban slum environments, and humanitarian settings, said Unicef report issued here.
High quality, affordable care (Universal Health Care) before, during, and after childbirth for all women and babies can prevent many maternal and new-born deaths.