More premature babies are surviving being born early.

The video discusses the challenges and advancements in the care of premature babies. Despite improved survival rates due to better medical care, many premature infants still face significant health issues. The Epicure study highlights the increased admission of very premature babies to intensive care and the associated costs. A personal story illustrates the unpredictability of outcomes for premature infants. The video also contrasts international approaches to premature birth care, emphasizing the need for research into prevention.

What are some of the major health problems that premature babies face despite improved medical care?

• Heart disease and diabetes

• Lung disease, brain injury, and eye disorders

• Obesity and hypertension

• Kidney failure and liver disease

According to the Epicure study, what was the percentage increase in the survival rate of very premature babies between 1995 and 2006?

• 5%

• 20%

• 10%

• 13%

What percentage of very premature babies left the hospital with a major disability according to the Epicure study?

• 30%

• 45%

• 59%

• 70%

What was the survival chance given to Nadia, a premature baby born 15 weeks early?

• 25%

• 50%

• 90%

• 75%

What is the approach of doctors in the Netherlands towards very premature babies?

• They provide intensive care to all premature babies.

• They prioritize experimental treatments.

• They do not attempt to save very premature babies.

• They focus on surgical interventions.