Publications by authors named "Julie Anne Higham"

Article Synopsis
  • A study was conducted on children under 2 years old who were hospitalized for severe lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI) to see if a community intervention program could reduce ongoing respiratory issues after discharge.
  • The intervention involved three monthly clinics providing antibiotics for wet cough and addressing other health concerns, while the control group received standard care without additional support.
  • After 24 months, results showed no significant differences in respiratory symptoms or health outcomes between the two groups, indicating the intervention might not have effectively improved conditions for these at-risk children.
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