MCDMCH determined to protect lives of newly borns

Ministry of Community Development Mother And Child Health (MCDMCH) says it stepping up efforts to protect the lives of newly born babies in the country

Ministry child health specialist Francis Mwansa says raising awareness among expectant mothers is key to protect the unborn and newly born child.

Dr. Mwansa says mothers are therefore being encouraged to ensure that they have routine checkups at the respective health centers.

He explains that doing so helps protect the mother and the unborn child from illness that can be prevented during pregnancy.