Might 1, 2026 – Medela is partnering with the NEC Society in recognition of NEC Consciousness Month in Might to boost consciousness of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) – one of many main causes of loss of life in untimely infants – and to assist vital analysis, training and advocacy.

NEC Consciousness Month is a worldwide motion to spotlight one of many main causes of loss of life in untimely infants and the pressing want for extra analysis. Regardless of advances in neonatal care, NEC continues to disproportionately impression essentially the most susceptible kids within the NICU.

Analysis reveals {that a} mom’s personal milk can cut back the chance of NEC by 58%, underscoring the essential position of breast milk in defending infants’ well being. Based mostly on this proof, Medela goals to advance breast milk analysis and higher perceive the distinctive dietary wants of this susceptible inhabitants.

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