During the birthing process, a baby may be exposed to infections the mother might have and not even know it. Infections such as herpes simplex virus, staphylococcus aureas, or sexually transmitted ...

A new law went into effect in July that repeals a more than 100-year-old state code that mandated that medical professionals treat newborns’ eyes with an ointment meant to prevent pink eye or ...

Although erythromycin is the treatment of choice for neonatal chlamydial infections, health care providers must also assess for its potential adverse effects. Numerous studies have shown an ...