Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

• Despite meth crisis, more Winnipeg babies are born affected by opioids, alcohol: WRHA

  The number of babies born addicted to drugs in Winnipeg has been on the rise for a number of years, but despite the meth crisis, that drug doesn't appear to be the main culprit.

  Health

  Sep 6, 2019
  
• Newborns with opioid withdrawal do better cared for by mom, versus stay in NICU

  "Keeping mothers and their infants together has been shown to lower NICU admissions, promote breastfeeding, shorten hospital stays and decrease the need for prescription drugs."

  Health

  Jan 11, 2018
  
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• More Canadian babies born with opioid addiction and withdrawal

  Canada's ongoing opioid crisis is hurting some of its smallest citizens: newborns are being born with withdrawal symptoms.

  Health

  Jan 26, 2017
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• Should we criminalize moms who use drugs during pregnancy? Experts weigh in

  A Tennessee mom has become the first person charged under a state law targeting prenatal drug use.

  Crime

  Jul 11, 2014