A Hybrid Form of Telemedicine and Quality Improvement: A Unique Way to Extend Intensive Care Services to Neonates.

Objectives: To evaluate the impact of hybrid support (tele-mentoring and conventional support) on adverse outcome among neonates admitted to 10 special newborn care units (SNCUs) in Chhattisgarh.

Methods: This before-and-after study was conducted at 10 SNCUs in Chhattisgarh in 2022. Conventional support was given earlier and later, that was supplemented with tele-rounds which were carried out using Skype technology.

Home-based newborn care voucher initiative in Assam: An evaluation.

Background: An innovative home-based newborn care (HBNC) voucher system has been introduced in Assam to improve home visits of accredited social health activists (ASHAs), make them more accountable, and empower the community.

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of HBNC voucher initiative in Assam.

Methods: A mixed methodology study was conducted in 2018 including 4 districts of Assam.