Optimal health and development from preconception to adulthood are crucial for human
flourishing and the formation of human capital. The Nurturing Care Framework, as adapted …

Stroke is the second leading cause of death and the third leading cause of disability
worldwide. Though the burden of stroke worldwide seems to have declined in the past three …

The effect of health expenditure on average life expectancy: does government effectiveness play
a moderating role? | Emerald Insight Books and journals Case studies Expert Briefings Open …

Background Maternal mortality, stillbirths, and neonatal mortality account for almost 5 million
deaths a year and are often analysed separately, despite having overlapping causes and …

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a common condition within sub-Saharan Africa and associated
with high under-5 mortality (U5M). The American Society of Hematology instituted the …

Importance Although child mortality trends have decreased worldwide, deaths among
children younger than 5 years of age remain high and disproportionately circumscribed to …

Background Diarrhea, the second leading cause of child morbidity and mortality worldwide,
is responsible for more than 90% of deaths in children under 5 years of age in low and …

Background Differences in mortality exist between sexes because of biological, genetic, and
social factors. Sex differentials are well documented in children younger than 5 years but …

Childhood diseases remain an increasing health problem in many developing countries and
also associated with an enormous financial burden. In South Africa, many people still rely on …

Humans interfere with a variety of endocrine disruptors on a daily basis, which may result in
adverse health effects. Among them, Bisphenol-A (BPA) is the most debated endocrine …