Local perceptions, cultural beliefs and practices that shape umbilical cord care: a qualitative study in Southern Province, Zambia.
Global policy regarding optimal umbilical cord care to prevent neonatal illness is an active discussion among researchers and policy makers.In preparation click here for a large cluster-randomized control trial to measure the impact of 4% chlorhexidine as an umbilical wash versus dry cord care on neonatal mortality in Southern Province, Zambia, we