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European Standards of Care for Newborn Health – EFCNI

WebFrom 1 to 3 March 2023, more than 30 experts from 16 countries gathered at the 6th Chair Committee Meeting of the European Standards of Care for Newborn Health (ESCNH) in …

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Benefits of healthy lifestyle interventions in improving

WebThe review reports evidence from meta-analyses on smoking cessation, alcohol reduction, diet and physical activity at reducing the risk of adverse health …

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Lifestyle factors – EFCNI

WebHealthy diet. Alcohol. Smoking. Skin care. Physical activity. The pelvic floor in pregnancy and birth. Chemicals in everyday life. The maternal diet influences the development of …

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Preconception health – EFCNI

WebAlcohol should be avoided entirely [6]. If women follow a balanced diet, there is generally no need for supplements during the preconception period, except for folic acid. This vitamin …

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Key facts preterm birth – EFCNI

WebKey facts preterm birth. The World Health Assembly (= decision-making body of WHO) provided the first definition of preterm birth in 1948. Nowadays this is the …

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Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) – EFCNI

WebKangaroo Mother Care, short KMC, is a neonatal care practice which benefits all newborns but particularly those born preterm, with low birth-weight, or in need of immediate …

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Infant- and family-centred developmental care – EFCNI

WebDevelopmental care includes among others the control of external stimuli, specific supportive behavioural techniques such as the positioning of the baby, skin-to-skin care, …

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Health topics – EFCNI

WebHealth topics. EFCNI provides an extensive collection of medical and health information around pregnancy, birth and follow up. In our research news section you can find …

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Research priorities for care of preterm or low birth-weight infants

WebThe outcomes of preterm birth remain concerning in many countries: Approximately 11% of infants worldwide are born preterm, and preterm birth …

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Pregnancy complications – EFCNI

WebCMV and preterm infants. In case of a preterm birth, the CMV status of the mother plays a crucial role in breastfeeding. Below 32 weeks of pregnancy, the CM virus can be …

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About Us – EFCNI

WebAbout us. The European Foundation for the Care of Newborn Infants (EFCNI) is the first pan-European organisation and network to represent the interests of preterm and …

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European Standards of Care for Newborn Health

WebThe focus of the project is the treatment and care of preterm and ill newborn babies in hospital and as they grow up. Our aim is the development of standards for 11 …

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Antenatal care – EFCNI

WebAntenatal care. Good quality antenatal care is one of the most effective ways to prevent pregnancy complications. This examination is the routine care that women can expect to …

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General information about the NICU – EFCNI

WebGeneral information about the NICU. If a baby is admitted to a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents are faced with a new environment, which can be unfamiliar and …

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The family in the NICU – EFCNI

WebThe family in the NICU. Mothers and fathers are usually faced with the situation of suddenly becoming parents much earlier than expected. They may be overwhelmed by finding …

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The European Standards of Care for Newborn Health are published

WebThis set of standards will have an impact on future generations in Europe and beyond, setting a new benchmark for the care of preterm and ill babies. Five years …

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Kangaroo Mother Care – Global position paper and

WebThe World Health Organization (WHO) has launched new guidelines for improving maternal and newborn health outcomes through infant- and family-centred …

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Mission and vision – EFCNI

WebFollow-up and continuing care. We seek to improve the long-term health and quality of life of preterm infants and ill newborns. This also includes the provision of medical, …

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2nd World Congress on Women’s Health: Innovations and

WebThe 2nd World Congress on Women’s Health: Innovations and Inventions (WHII 2022): Addressing Unmet Needs takes place 11 -12 July, 2022 in Tel Aviv, Israel.. The …

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Campaigns – EFCNI

WebOur campaigns are either centred around special awareness days, e.g. World Prematurity Day, or general issues like hand hygiene or health education, or around pregnancy …

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