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A neonatal ward strengthening program improves survival for neonates treated with CPAP at district hospitals in Malawi

2021-11-16 public and global health Title + abstract only
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IntroductionFrom 2013-2015, a CPAP quality improvement program (QIP) was implemented to introduce and monitor CPAP usage and outcomes in the neonatal wards at all government district and central hospitals in Malawi. In 2016 the CPAP QIP was extended into healthcare facilities operated by the Christian Health Association of Malawi. Although clinical outcomes improved, ward assessments indicated that many rural sites lacked other essential equipment and a suitable space to adequately treat sick ne...

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