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Kirinyaga Halves Newborn Deaths as Breastfeeding Programme Pays Off
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Kirinyaga County in Kenya has significantly reduced newborn mortality rates by implementing the Baby-friendly Hospital Initiative and promoting exclusive breastfeeding. Local officials credit these health policies and increased skilled attendance at births for the improved survival outcomes.
Kirinyaga County: Kirinyaga County has recorded a major improvement in newborn survival, with neonatal mortality dropping from 26 deaths per 1,000 live births to 10 — well below the national average of 21 and the global benchmark of 17.2.
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