A vigorous, healthy-appearing newborn boy is brought to the local emergency room for evaluation after a spontaneous home ...

Birth asphyxia occurs when a newborn doesn’t receive enough oxygen before, during, or right after birth. Knowing its causes, symptoms, and possible treatment options is essential for immediate medical ...

The first few weeks after birth are critical for every baby. A newborn’s immune system is still developing, so infections can progress much more quickly than in older children. Often, the early signs ...

Sickle cell disease is one of the most common inherited blood disorders worldwide, with a particularly heavy burden in sub-Saharan Africa. Every year, hundreds of thousands of infants are born with ...