Impact of Hygiene on Infant Mortality Rates

The chapter explores how proper hygiene practices, particularly hand washing, played a crucial role in reducing infant mortality rates in maternal care hospitals. It underscores the historical changes in medical practices due to a doctor's observation, leading to a decline in infant deaths and emphasizing infection control in healthcare settings. Additionally, the discussion delves into the profound effect of decreasing infant mortality on life expectancy and the critical nature of surviving the initial stages of life.