WHO raises alarm over birth defects, calls for wider newborn screening

Early diagnosis can save lives, prevent lifelong disability — TedrosBy Chioma ObinnaThe World Health Organisation, (WHO) on Tuesday raised concerns over the growing burden of birth defects globally, calling on countries to expand newborn screening programmes to improve early detection and access to treatment.WHO in its newly unveiled report highlighted newborn screening as a critical strategy to reduce child mortality and prevent lifelong disabilities caused by congenital conditions.Accor