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Neonatal Death

Description

Neonatal death refers to the unfortunate demise of a newborn baby typically within the first 28 days of life. This heartbreaking event can occur due to various causes, including congenital disorders, prematurity, infections, or complications during childbirth.

Sample Sentences

As a noun (medical):

1. Neonatal death rates have significantly decreased in the past decade due to advancements in medical technology.
2. The hospital implemented strict protocols to minimize the risk of neonatal death.
3. Parents who experience neonatal death often require emotional support to cope with their loss.

As an adjective (medical):

1. The neonatal death rate in the region is a matter of concern for healthcare authorities.
2. The study aims to identify risk factors associated with neonatal death.
3. Preventing neonatal death requires comprehensive prenatal care and early intervention.

As a noun (popular):

1. Reading about a neonatal death in the newspaper deeply saddened the community.
2. Through counseling, the family slowly started to heal after the sudden neonatal death of their baby.
3. The local charity organization provides support to families affected by neonatal death.

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