Perceptions, beliefs, and current practices regarding neonatal skin care and emollient use in eastern Uganda: a qualitative study

Summary

In eastern Uganda, the perceptions and beliefs of mothers/caregivers toward neonatal skincare influenced their practices of which some could potentially be beneficial, and others harmful. Emollient use would be easily accepted if adequate sensitisation is conducted and using the gatekeepers such as health workers. © 2023. The Author(s).

Authors Wenani D, Burgoine K, Williams S, Musaba M, Gebremichael T, Clarke A, Blanks KJ, Nantale R, Nawanga J, Kiguli S, English M, Waiswa P, Darmstadt GL, Matovu JK, Mukunya D
Journal BMC pediatrics
Publication Date 2023 May 5;23(1):223
PubMed 37147698
PubMed Central PMC10163695
DOI 10.1186/s12887-023-04040-y

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