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Recent Examples of preemie
Steep cost of long-term preemie care takes heavy toll on overburdened families
For women at other homes, failing to follow house rules had different consequences.
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Laura C. Morel, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2024
But that's not as big of a deal after the FDA, CDC, and NIH said last week there's no link between the specialized formula for preemies and a dangerous intestinal illness.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2024
We also were deeply moved by the dedication of the healthcare community — from all the people who worked together to get me to the hospital that first night, to the pediatricians, nurses, and support staff that cared for our little preemie baby.
—Jasmine Roth, People.com, 30 Sep. 2024
Being home with a preemie baby is very different than bringing a full-term baby home from the hospital.
—Jasmine Roth, People.com, 30 Sep. 2024
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Laura C. Morel, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2024
But that's not as big of a deal after the FDA, CDC, and NIH said last week there's no link between the specialized formula for preemies and a dangerous intestinal illness.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2024
We also were deeply moved by the dedication of the healthcare community — from all the people who worked together to get me to the hospital that first night, to the pediatricians, nurses, and support staff that cared for our little preemie baby.
—Jasmine Roth, People.com, 30 Sep. 2024
Being home with a preemie baby is very different than bringing a full-term baby home from the hospital.
—Jasmine Roth, People.com, 30 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preemie
Noun
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Beatrice shared a sweet photo of her newborn wrapped in a blanket with her hand over her face, in a nod to her respect for her child's privacy.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, shortages of antibacterial materials can increase the risk of sepsis, pneumonia, and meningitis among newborns, Maram Al Shurafa, an aid worker for the NGO, Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) in Gaza, told CNN.—
Ibrahim Dahman,
CNN,
28 Jan. 2025
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At the time, Colorado had recorded 25 cases, including seven infants who were stillborn or died within months of birth from complications of the infection, and Herlihy said that the state could have more than 100 cases if nothing changed.—
Meg Wingerter,
The Denver Post,
28 Jan. 2025
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Randy Jones, former San Diego Padre and National League Cy Young Award Winner, will once again join forces with Home of Guiding Hands to support over 4,700 infants, adolescents, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities during this run/walk event.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2025
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Despite the underlying cause, the management of a sick neonate follows a consistent approach.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
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This means there is a two-month window after birth where neonates are at their most vulnerable.—
Paul Sisson,
The Mercury News,
18 Nov. 2024
Noun
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While toddlers are known to be busy, the mom of two, 39, noticed that her daughter Mae, 3, was quiet all morning, after dropping off her older daughter Helen, 6, at school.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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The legendary Lakers star, cradling toddler daughter Bianka, paces in a darkened room at home while watching the Eagles put the finishing touches on a Super Bowl victory over the New England Patriots.—
Sam Farmer,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2025
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This tragically poignant tale of this kid losing his other half.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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As the years went on, Underwood began to occasionally share a rare grid photo of her kids — but most of them would be via her Instagram Story; photos that would expire after 24 hours.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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By the numbers: About 24,500 babies born annually in California alone could be affected.—
Nadia Lopez,
Axios,
21 Jan. 2025
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The order flew in the face of more than 100 years of legal precedent, when the courts and the executive branch interpreted the 14th Amendment as guaranteeing citizenship to every baby born in the United States, regardless of their parents’ legal status.—
Mattathias Schwartz,
New York Times,
21 Jan. 2025
Noun
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In 2021, Medicaid covered 1 in 4 children, and 8 in 10 children in poverty.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
28 Jan. 2025
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Kennedy’s views on vaccines have raised alarm among public health experts, including his promotion of the false claim that vaccines cause autism in children. 4.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN,
28 Jan. 2025
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Pullen Park’s another great spot for family fun, where playgrounds, a carousel and train, and pedal boats will keep the kiddos entertained for hours.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA TODAY,
14 Jan. 2025
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Hoopla Toys Snowball Thrower Set $15 at Amazon Challenge your kiddo to a snowball fight this winter with a set of snowball throwers.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
7 Jan. 2025
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“Preemie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preemie. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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