Kathy Burgoine
@kburgoine.bsky.social
Homeschooling mama to three gorgeous girls. Doctor to very many small and sick newborns. Passionate to improve neonatal care for all.
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Kathy Burgoine
@kburgoine.bsky.social
· Jan 9
Born on the Edge_10 Year Report
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We are so excited to share the 10 year report of our work in Eastern Uganda with you all 🩶
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THANK YOU to everyone who has supported the work of Born on the Edge, we could not have done it without you all 🩶
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THANK YOU to everyone who has supported the work of Born on the Edge, we could not have done it without you all 🩶
Can sunflower seed oil reduce neonatal mortality rate of preterm infants by 25%? Our team at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital, in partnership with @igs-uib.bsky.social, are going to find out!
Kan solsikkeolje redusere barnedødeligheten med 25 prosent? Les BA sin sak om postdoktor @kburgoine.bsky.social og forskningen hennes ved Mbale Referral Hospital i Uganda. www.ba.no/her-gjor-sma...
(+) Her gjør små grep en utrolig forskjell: – Alle disse barna pleide å dø
Drevet frem av en UiB-ansatt lege reddes hundrevis av barneliv på dette sykehuset. Nå ser UiB på nok et lite grep som kan redde liv.
www.ba.no
April 23, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Can sunflower seed oil reduce neonatal mortality rate of preterm infants by 25%? Our team at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital, in partnership with @igs-uib.bsky.social, are going to find out!
🌻Our team are getting ready to start the first trial of emollient therapy with sunflower seed oil for very low birthweight preterm infants in sub-Saharan! 🌻
Prosjektet som blir omtalt i artikkelen ledes av professor Thorkild Tylleskär. Professor Ingunn Engebretsen er veilederen til @kburgoine.bsky.social #forskning #helse #globalhelse www.uib.no/en/cih/16581...
Emollient therapy for very low birthweight infants (
The primary aim of this research project is to answer one of WHO priority questions: “What is the effect of emollients on mortality, sepsis, growth, thermo-protection, microbiome, and longer-term neur...
www.uib.no
April 23, 2025 at 5:38 PM
🌻Our team are getting ready to start the first trial of emollient therapy with sunflower seed oil for very low birthweight preterm infants in sub-Saharan! 🌻
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
#EveryNewborn deserves best start but not every baby has access to enough of mum’s own milk. For our smallest preterms, breastmilk safest option.
Our #HumanMilkBank continues giving life & hope 🩵
Everyday our breastfeeding specialist counsels & screens mamas before donate their #LiquidGold 🧡
Our #HumanMilkBank continues giving life & hope 🩵
Everyday our breastfeeding specialist counsels & screens mamas before donate their #LiquidGold 🧡
April 2, 2025 at 4:49 PM
#EveryNewborn deserves best start but not every baby has access to enough of mum’s own milk. For our smallest preterms, breastmilk safest option.
Our #HumanMilkBank continues giving life & hope 🩵
Everyday our breastfeeding specialist counsels & screens mamas before donate their #LiquidGold 🧡
Our #HumanMilkBank continues giving life & hope 🩵
Everyday our breastfeeding specialist counsels & screens mamas before donate their #LiquidGold 🧡
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
👁️ROP Awareness Week, Feb. 26 – Mar 3 👁️ Bring HOPE & VISION to preterm babies in need 👁️
Retinopathy of Prematurity or ROP is a heartbreaking condition that affects preterm infants born too soon. It leads to growth of abnormal blood vessels in their retinas posing a serious threat to their vision.
Retinopathy of Prematurity or ROP is a heartbreaking condition that affects preterm infants born too soon. It leads to growth of abnormal blood vessels in their retinas posing a serious threat to their vision.
February 26, 2025 at 4:57 PM
👁️ROP Awareness Week, Feb. 26 – Mar 3 👁️ Bring HOPE & VISION to preterm babies in need 👁️
Retinopathy of Prematurity or ROP is a heartbreaking condition that affects preterm infants born too soon. It leads to growth of abnormal blood vessels in their retinas posing a serious threat to their vision.
Retinopathy of Prematurity or ROP is a heartbreaking condition that affects preterm infants born too soon. It leads to growth of abnormal blood vessels in their retinas posing a serious threat to their vision.
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
Results of TH trial for 33-35w is out! No decrease in death or disability. TH actually resulted in a 87% increased risk of death at 18-22 months.
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
Whole-Body Hypothermia for Neonatal Encephalopathy
This randomized clinical trial investigates if hypothermia initiated at less than 6 hours after birth reduces the probability of death or disability at 18 to 22 months’ corrected age in infants 33 to ...
jamanetwork.com
February 25, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Results of TH trial for 33-35w is out! No decrease in death or disability. TH actually resulted in a 87% increased risk of death at 18-22 months.
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
Earlier today the government announced a cut to the UK aid budget to fund an increase in defence spending.
12 years ago, we released this video to show how aid protects children in the toughest situations.
Now, the message is more important than ever.
12 years ago, we released this video to show how aid protects children in the toughest situations.
Now, the message is more important than ever.
February 25, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Earlier today the government announced a cut to the UK aid budget to fund an increase in defence spending.
12 years ago, we released this video to show how aid protects children in the toughest situations.
Now, the message is more important than ever.
12 years ago, we released this video to show how aid protects children in the toughest situations.
Now, the message is more important than ever.
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
The Trump administration said Sunday that it was placing all but a fraction of staffers at the U.S. Agency for International Development on leave worldwide and eliminating 2,000 U.S.-based staff positions.
Trump administration moves ahead with firing 2,000 USAID workers, with thousands more put on leave
The Trump administration said Sunday that it was placing all but a fraction of staffers at the U.S. Agency for International Development on leave worldwide and eliminating 2,000 U.S.-based staff…
buff.ly
February 24, 2025 at 12:30 AM
The Trump administration said Sunday that it was placing all but a fraction of staffers at the U.S. Agency for International Development on leave worldwide and eliminating 2,000 U.S.-based staff positions.
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
👁️ Bring HOPE & VISION to preterm babies 👁️
#RetinopathyOfPrematurity or #ROP is a heartbreaking condition that affects #preterm infants leading to growth of abnormal blood vessels in their retinas
If ROP is severe the babies are at risk of vision impairment & #blindness without treatment.
#RetinopathyOfPrematurity or #ROP is a heartbreaking condition that affects #preterm infants leading to growth of abnormal blood vessels in their retinas
If ROP is severe the babies are at risk of vision impairment & #blindness without treatment.
February 14, 2025 at 6:49 PM
👁️ Bring HOPE & VISION to preterm babies 👁️
#RetinopathyOfPrematurity or #ROP is a heartbreaking condition that affects #preterm infants leading to growth of abnormal blood vessels in their retinas
If ROP is severe the babies are at risk of vision impairment & #blindness without treatment.
#RetinopathyOfPrematurity or #ROP is a heartbreaking condition that affects #preterm infants leading to growth of abnormal blood vessels in their retinas
If ROP is severe the babies are at risk of vision impairment & #blindness without treatment.
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
What is Sudan virus disease & how does it differ from other forms of Ebola?
In Gavi, Daniela Manno discusses why, despite similarities to #Ebola, we need specific #SudanVirus #vaccine as Uganda launches trial following outbreak. #PublicHealth
www.gavi.org/vaccineswork...
In Gavi, Daniela Manno discusses why, despite similarities to #Ebola, we need specific #SudanVirus #vaccine as Uganda launches trial following outbreak. #PublicHealth
www.gavi.org/vaccineswork...
What is Sudan virus disease and how does it differ from other forms of Ebola?
Trials of a vaccine against Sudan virus have been launched in Uganda following an outbreak.
www.gavi.org
February 12, 2025 at 3:49 PM
What is Sudan virus disease & how does it differ from other forms of Ebola?
In Gavi, Daniela Manno discusses why, despite similarities to #Ebola, we need specific #SudanVirus #vaccine as Uganda launches trial following outbreak. #PublicHealth
www.gavi.org/vaccineswork...
In Gavi, Daniela Manno discusses why, despite similarities to #Ebola, we need specific #SudanVirus #vaccine as Uganda launches trial following outbreak. #PublicHealth
www.gavi.org/vaccineswork...
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
It is always wonderful to celebrate many colleagues on #IDWGS2025! I've worked with Ritah for more than a decade and watched her progress from a registered nurse through her degree, masters and now see findings coming out from her PhD. A role model for many! #AtTheEquatorUG
Today, we celebrate all women shaping the future of science. Ritah Nakijoba emphasizes that science thrives on diversity, creativity, and brilliance. Not forgetting quality leadership as she credits Prof. @catrionawaitt.bsky.social #IDWGS2025 #WomenInScience #GirlsInScience #WomenInSTEM
February 11, 2025 at 7:50 PM
It is always wonderful to celebrate many colleagues on #IDWGS2025! I've worked with Ritah for more than a decade and watched her progress from a registered nurse through her degree, masters and now see findings coming out from her PhD. A role model for many! #AtTheEquatorUG
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
We published in @LancetGH about 12 hours before Uganda declared an outbreak of Sudan virus. This piece in The Conversation Africa outlines why now is the time to collect essential data. Breastfeeding mothers are not a 'special' population! #AtTheEquatorUG
theconversation.com/breastfeedin...
theconversation.com/breastfeedin...
February 7, 2025 at 1:45 PM
We published in @LancetGH about 12 hours before Uganda declared an outbreak of Sudan virus. This piece in The Conversation Africa outlines why now is the time to collect essential data. Breastfeeding mothers are not a 'special' population! #AtTheEquatorUG
theconversation.com/breastfeedin...
theconversation.com/breastfeedin...
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
Everyone should read this piece: "What Is the Relative Value of a Baby?" | New England Journal of Medicine
@canadianpreemies.bsky.social @99nicu.bsky.social @ebneo.bsky.social
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
@canadianpreemies.bsky.social @99nicu.bsky.social @ebneo.bsky.social
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
What Is the Relative Value of a Baby? | NEJM
As she cares for a newborn who’s struggling to breathe, a neonatologist contemplates
how politics and power structures affect the availability of critical perinatal services
in the United States.
www.nejm.org
January 25, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Everyone should read this piece: "What Is the Relative Value of a Baby?" | New England Journal of Medicine
@canadianpreemies.bsky.social @99nicu.bsky.social @ebneo.bsky.social
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
@canadianpreemies.bsky.social @99nicu.bsky.social @ebneo.bsky.social
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
📢 Join us for our first Newborn Toolkit webinar in 2025!
🔎 “Leading change at hospital level : Building Strong Teams for Vulnerable Newborns” with live French translation!
📆28th January 2025
🕐 4pm EAT| 1pm GMT| 8am EST
👉 newborntoolkit.org/events/leadi...
🔎 “Leading change at hospital level : Building Strong Teams for Vulnerable Newborns” with live French translation!
📆28th January 2025
🕐 4pm EAT| 1pm GMT| 8am EST
👉 newborntoolkit.org/events/leadi...
January 24, 2025 at 5:26 PM
📢 Join us for our first Newborn Toolkit webinar in 2025!
🔎 “Leading change at hospital level : Building Strong Teams for Vulnerable Newborns” with live French translation!
📆28th January 2025
🕐 4pm EAT| 1pm GMT| 8am EST
👉 newborntoolkit.org/events/leadi...
🔎 “Leading change at hospital level : Building Strong Teams for Vulnerable Newborns” with live French translation!
📆28th January 2025
🕐 4pm EAT| 1pm GMT| 8am EST
👉 newborntoolkit.org/events/leadi...
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
Want to pursue a career in #GlobalHealth nursing?
This online short course equips nurses, midwives & health professionals with insights into clinical practice, interventions & skills to work in low-resource settings.🌍
#PublicHealth
Running 23 April - 28 May 2025.
bit.ly/4fofyrf
This online short course equips nurses, midwives & health professionals with insights into clinical practice, interventions & skills to work in low-resource settings.🌍
#PublicHealth
Running 23 April - 28 May 2025.
bit.ly/4fofyrf
January 16, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Want to pursue a career in #GlobalHealth nursing?
This online short course equips nurses, midwives & health professionals with insights into clinical practice, interventions & skills to work in low-resource settings.🌍
#PublicHealth
Running 23 April - 28 May 2025.
bit.ly/4fofyrf
This online short course equips nurses, midwives & health professionals with insights into clinical practice, interventions & skills to work in low-resource settings.🌍
#PublicHealth
Running 23 April - 28 May 2025.
bit.ly/4fofyrf
Here is the link to our FREE online course in #nutrition in #preterm and LBW infants in sub-Saharan Africa. #breastmilk #kangaroocare #everynewborn #liquidgold #IBCLC
africanneonatalnutrition.net/elearning/
africanneonatalnutrition.net/elearning/
eLearning - African Neonatal Nutrition Network
Our eLearning courses are all-in-one, free-to-access resource packages that take learners on an interactive journey through key information, videos and graphics, covering key topics in nutrition and c...
africanneonatalnutrition.net
January 16, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Here is the link to our FREE online course in #nutrition in #preterm and LBW infants in sub-Saharan Africa. #breastmilk #kangaroocare #everynewborn #liquidgold #IBCLC
africanneonatalnutrition.net/elearning/
africanneonatalnutrition.net/elearning/
Reposted by Kathy Burgoine
Important topic and something to always check in with to ensure that any power differences and inequities in collaborative processes (doesn't have to just be research projects!) are looked for and acknowledged.
speakingofmedicine.plos.org/2025/01/08/u... @plosglobalpublichealth.org
speakingofmedicine.plos.org/2025/01/08/u... @plosglobalpublichealth.org
Upholding human dignity among researchers in collaborative research
At each stage of the collaborative research, from conception to dissemination, applying decolonization through respecting human dignity will foster equity and promote partnerships.
speakingofmedicine.plos.org
January 14, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Important topic and something to always check in with to ensure that any power differences and inequities in collaborative processes (doesn't have to just be research projects!) are looked for and acknowledged.
speakingofmedicine.plos.org/2025/01/08/u... @plosglobalpublichealth.org
speakingofmedicine.plos.org/2025/01/08/u... @plosglobalpublichealth.org
Who else here is doing ROP screening in their VLBW infants a low-resource setting? Any tips to make if affordable and sustainable? The equipment and treatment are SO expensive! #ROP #RetinopathyOfPrematurity #EveryNewborn #Preemie #SurviveAndThrive
January 11, 2025 at 7:10 AM
Who else here is doing ROP screening in their VLBW infants a low-resource setting? Any tips to make if affordable and sustainable? The equipment and treatment are SO expensive! #ROP #RetinopathyOfPrematurity #EveryNewborn #Preemie #SurviveAndThrive
We are so excited to share the 10 year report of our work in Eastern Uganda with you all 🩶
online.flippingbook.com/view/186527342/
THANK YOU to everyone who has supported the work of Born on the Edge, we could not have done it without you all 🩶
online.flippingbook.com/view/186527342/
THANK YOU to everyone who has supported the work of Born on the Edge, we could not have done it without you all 🩶
Born on the Edge_10 Year Report
This interactive flipbook is created with FlippingBook, a service for streaming PDFs online. No download, no waiting. Open and start reading right away!
online.flippingbook.com
January 9, 2025 at 6:24 PM
We are so excited to share the 10 year report of our work in Eastern Uganda with you all 🩶
online.flippingbook.com/view/186527342/
THANK YOU to everyone who has supported the work of Born on the Edge, we could not have done it without you all 🩶
online.flippingbook.com/view/186527342/
THANK YOU to everyone who has supported the work of Born on the Edge, we could not have done it without you all 🩶