By Professor Joy Lawn, LSHTM What data do we have regarding GBS? Group B Streptococcus (GBS; Streptococcus agalactiae) is a leading cause of infant sepsis and meningitis. First systematic estimates of the worldwide GBS burden (presented in a recent publication … Continue reading
On 22nd May 2018 the MARCH Centre will hold a key event to mark the launch of the new Centre report. The event is on ‘Next Generation: Shaping the future of health research for women, children & young people‘ and … Continue reading
By Professor Joy Lawn, MARCH Centre Director Newborns are newborn on the global agenda; yet over 5,000 newborn deaths could be prevented every day. 2.6 million newborn deaths happen every year, 7000 per day. For the first time … Continue reading