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Paediatricians warn paren
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Janet Ogundepo
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Paediatricians are warning parents to seek medical evaluation if a newborn's umbilical cord stump does not fall off within three weeks. They advise against traditional home remedies, which can lead to serious infections, and recommend proper medical care instead.
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Provides critical health guidance to prevent infant mortality and infection in newborns.
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