Publications by authors named "Prince T Williams"

Pre-eclampsia is a leading cause of maternal and neonatal mortality; 30,000 pre-eclampsia-related maternal deaths occur annually, with 70% in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and 16% in South Asia. We have shown that early, accurate detection of hypertension combined with planned early delivery in women with late preterm pre-eclampsia significantly reduces stillbirth and severe maternal hypertension. We describe co-development and delivery of policy labs, working with The Policy Institute (King's College London), and local stakeholders in Sierra Leone and Zambia, to expedite integration of new knowledge into pre-eclampsia care pathways, to improve care for women and babies with the worst outcomes.

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  • Sierra Leone faces high maternal mortality rates, particularly among adolescents, driven by poverty, lack of education, and job opportunities; a mentorship program called 2YoungLives (2YLs) was developed to support these girls.
  • A pilot cluster randomized controlled trial will assess the feasibility and implementation of the 2YL mentorship scheme in various communities, focusing on recruitment and primary clinical outcomes like maternal and neonatal deaths.
  • Government policies prioritize improving adolescent girls' health and wellbeing, making the support and mentorship initiatives vital for reducing mortality rates and enhancing their overall health outcomes.
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