Common Diagnoses in the NICU

Babies in the NICU need special care for many different reasons.  Some common diseases include Hydrocephalus, Apena and Jaundice.  

To learn more about these common diseases visit:

http://kidshealth.org/parent/system/ill/nicu_diagnoses.html

Statistics about Preemies

• 543,000 babies, or 1 in 8, are born prematurely each year.
• Premature birth is the number 1 killer of newborns.
• Premature babies cost ten times more than healthy babies.

From marchofdimes.com

Help One Another

For more information about how you can help families of preemies, visit:

March Of Dimes Volunteers

Ronald McDonald House Volunteers

Preemies Today: Our Mission and How to Help