Health & Healing
Nasser Hospital launches kangaroo care for Gaza premature infants
Image credit: Al Jazeera English
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Nasser Hospital in Gaza has introduced a kangaroo mother care pilot programme to support vulnerable premature newborns, Al Jazeera English reported. The initiative places infants in direct skin-to-skin contact with their mothers, a method designed to promote growth and development in at-risk babies.
The programme addresses critical needs for premature infants in Gaza's healthcare system. Kangaroo care has been shown to stabilize body temperature, improve feeding, and strengthen bonding between mothers and newborns in resource-limited settings.
